Bristol, Tennessee to Clarksville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.9 miles 461.8 km · straight line
358.7 miles estimated 577.3 km · driving distance
7h 13min estimated drive time
$35 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Clarksville?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Clarksville is 286.9 miles (461.8 km) as the crow flies. Clarksville is located W of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.7 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States.

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 Bristol, Tennessee 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 Bristol, Tennessee to Clarksville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 13min $35 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 40min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 51min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Clarksville

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m 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 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients