Alpharetta to Clarksville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.1 miles 389.6 km · straight line
302.6 miles estimated 487 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
315° NW bearing direction

How far is Alpharetta from Clarksville?

The distance from Alpharetta to Clarksville is 242.1 miles (389.6 km) as the crow flies. Clarksville is located NW of Alpharetta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.6 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Alpharetta in Georgia and Clarksville in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alpharetta and Clarksville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alpharetta to Clarksville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alpharetta & Clarksville

Quick Facts

Alpharetta
34.08°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
347m elevation
Clarksville
36.53°N, 87.36°W
America/Chicago
145m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients