Atlanta to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.9 miles 345.8 km · straight line
246.7 miles actual route 397 km · driving distance
4h 40min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Nashville?

The distance from Atlanta to Nashville is 214.9 miles (345.8 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located NW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246.7 miles, taking about 4h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Nashville 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Nashville. 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 Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 40min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 36min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 26min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Nashville

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM