Atlanta to Clarksville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255.1 miles 410.6 km · straight line
292.7 miles actual route 471.1 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Clarksville?

The distance from Atlanta to Clarksville is 255.1 miles (410.6 km) as the crow flies. Clarksville is located NW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 292.7 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta 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 Atlanta and Clarksville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Clarksville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Clarksville

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM