Edwardsville to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.4 miles 406.2 km · straight line
310.1 miles actual route 499 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
135° SE bearing direction

How far is Edwardsville from Nashville?

The distance from Edwardsville to Nashville is 252.4 miles (406.2 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located SE of Edwardsville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 310.1 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Edwardsville in Illinois 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edwardsville 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 Edwardsville to Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edwardsville & Nashville

Quick Facts

Edwardsville
38.81°N, 89.95°W
America/Chicago
165m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM