Hartford to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

849.6 miles 1367.3 km · straight line
998.5 miles actual route 1606.9 km · driving distance
19h 6min estimated drive time
$96 - $118 estimated fuel cost
~2h 13min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hartford from Nashville?

The distance from Hartford to Nashville is 849.6 miles (1367.3 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located WSW of Hartford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 998.5 miles, taking about 19h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 13min. Both are located in United States — Hartford in Connecticut and Nashville in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hartford 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 Hartford to Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 6min $96 - $118 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 55min $80–$150* Budget
Train ~24h 50min $120–$349* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hartford & Nashville

Quick Facts

Hartford
41.77°N, 72.67°W
America/New_York
18m 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 283 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 71 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM