Clarksville to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

147.9 miles 238.1 km · straight line
180.6 miles actual route 290.6 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Clarksville from Louisville?

The distance from Clarksville to Louisville is 147.9 miles (238.1 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located NE of Clarksville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.6 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Clarksville in Tennessee and Louisville in Kentucky.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Clarksville and Louisville. 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 Clarksville to Louisville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 22min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clarksville & Louisville

Quick Facts

Clarksville
36.53°N, 87.36°W
America/Chicago
145m elevation
Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 168.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM