Cleveland, Tennessee to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

127.4 miles 205.1 km · straight line
162.7 miles actual route 261.9 km · driving distance
3h 11min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
304° WNW bearing direction

How far is Cleveland, Tennessee from Nashville?

The distance from Cleveland, Tennessee to Nashville is 127.4 miles (205.1 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located WNW of Cleveland, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162.7 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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. 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 Cleveland, Tennessee 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 Cleveland, Tennessee to Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 11min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 49min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cleveland, Tennessee & Nashville

Quick Facts

Cleveland, Tennessee
35.16°N, 84.88°W
America/New_York
265m 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 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 195.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM