Last updated: May 2026 · Tennessee IFTA rates current for Q1–Q4 2026
Tennessee · 27.0¢/gal

Tennessee IFTA Calculator 2026 — Nashville & Memphis Diesel Tax Rate

Tennessee charges 27.0¢ per gallon in diesel tax (2Q 2026). Calculate your TN IFTA liability.

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Tennessee IFTA Rates & Trucking Overview 2026

Tennessee's diesel tax rate is 27.0 cents per gallon (2Q 2026).

Nashville and Memphis are two of the most strategically important logistics hubs in the US. Nashville sits at the intersection of I-40, I-65, and I-24 — within one overnight drive of over 65% of the US population. Memphis is home to the FedEx World Hub (the largest air cargo hub globally), the largest inland Mississippi River port, and a critical Class I railroad interchange — making it the busiest cargo node in the central US.

Major Tennessee Trucking Routes

I-40 (East-West Spine): Arkansas/Memphis border east through Nashville, Knoxville to North Carolina. One of the highest-volume transcontinental freight routes — direct LA to East Coast corridor.
I-65 (North-South): Kentucky border south through Nashville to Alabama/Birmingham. Major automotive and consumer goods freight corridor.
I-75 (Northeast Corridor): Kentucky border through Knoxville, Chattanooga south to Georgia. Key Southeast manufacturing corridor connecting the Midwest to Atlanta.
I-24 (Nashville-Chattanooga Link): Nashville southeast to Chattanooga, connecting I-40 to I-75. Short but high-value manufacturing and distribution corridor.

Tennessee IFTA — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tennessee IFTA diesel tax rate in 2026?
Tennessee's IFTA diesel tax rate for 2026 is 27.0 cents per gallon.
What makes Nashville and Memphis major freight hubs?
Nashville's location at the junction of I-40, I-65, and I-24 puts it within one overnight drive of 65%+ of the US population — making it a premier distribution hub for consumer goods, auto parts, and healthcare freight. Memphis is even more uniquely positioned: it hosts the FedEx global air hub, the nation's largest inland Mississippi River port, and a major Class I rail interchange, making it the busiest cargo node in the central US.
How do I register for IFTA in Tennessee?
Tennessee IFTA registration is handled by the Tennessee Department of Revenue, Motor Carrier Section. Register and file quarterly at revenue.support.tn.gov. Due dates: Q1 (Jan–Mar) April 30, Q2 (Apr–Jun) July 31, Q3 (Jul–Sep) October 31, Q4 (Oct–Dec) January 31.
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