Chillicothe to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

301.7 miles 485.6 km · straight line
355.6 miles actual route 572.3 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Chillicothe from Nashville?

The distance from Chillicothe to Nashville is 301.7 miles (485.6 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located SW of Chillicothe. By car, the driving distance is approximately 355.6 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Chillicothe in Ohio 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe to Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chillicothe & Nashville

Quick Facts

Chillicothe
39.33°N, 82.98°W
America/New_York
192m 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 101 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM