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Trip from Algood, TN to East Chattanooga, TN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 10m

Distance

99.2 mi

160 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 1m ★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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human settlement in Putnam County, Tennessee, United States of America

Algood, TN

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Algood to East Chattanooga, you are looking at a straightforward 99.2-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes to complete. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, meaning you can easily head out and return without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $15 for fuel, keeping the trip quite affordable. By utilizing SR 111, Spencer Highway, and TN 8, you will transition through the Southeast region of Tennessee efficiently. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that connects these two points directly, making it an ideal choice if you prioritize reaching your destination without unnecessary detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

49.6 miles from Algood, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 111 33.3 mi 41m
Spencer Highway 24.7 mi 32m
TN 8 12.6 mi 17m
US 27 9.6 mi 11m
TN 111 5.9 mi 7m
Dayton Pike 4.7 mi 5m
TN 153 3.3 mi 4m
SR 17 2.5 mi 4m
Longest stretch: SR 111 — 33.3 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Algood, TN and East Chattanooga, TN.

1

Start on 2nd Avenue North

0.1 mi · 28 sec · 2nd Avenue North
2

Turn right onto West Main Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · West Main Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto West Main Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
4

Continue on East 10th Street

456 ft · 17 sec · East 10th Street
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec
6

Merge onto SR 111

22 mi · 27 min · SR 111
7

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 111

25 mi · 32 min · Spencer Highway
8

Continue on TN 8; TN 111

13 mi · 17 min · TN 8; TN 111
9

Continue on SR 111

11 mi · 13 min · SR 111
10

Continue on TN 111

5.9 mi · 7 min · TN 111
11

Merge onto US 27

9.6 mi · 11 min · US 27
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Toward TN 153 South: Chickamauga Dam
13

Continue on TN 153

4.7 mi · 5 min · Dayton Pike
14

Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153

3.3 mi · 4 min · TN 153
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 5B Toward SR 17 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Turn straight onto SR 17

2.5 mi · 4 min · SR 17
17

Turn right onto SR 17

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Glass Street
18

Turn left onto North Chamberlain Avenue

52 ft · 1 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue
19

Arrive at destination

North Chamberlain Avenue

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the entire drive is under 2.5 hours, you can comfortably make the trip in one go without planning for significant rest stops. However, keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on highways, so stay alert during the 33.3-mile stretch on SR 111. It is wise to check your fuel levels before leaving Algood to ensure you stay within your $15 budget, as options may be more limited once you transition onto the secondary roads. Use this efficient timeline to your advantage by planning your arrival in East Chattanooga for early in the day.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.6 miles from Algood, TN, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 22 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 49.6 miles or 1h 6m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Chattanooga, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Algood, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Algood, TN

This is one driving day of about 99.2 miles and 2h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Algood, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 111 for about 33.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Dunlap, TN, TN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dunlap, TN

50 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Sparta, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dunlap, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49.6 miles from Algood, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Renaissance Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 99.2

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+14236436096

Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 99.2

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14237604333

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 96.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Street

Turn right onto West Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto West Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

4
23.6 mi into trip | ~32m in | SR 111 / Spencer Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 111 / Spencer Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

7
96.2 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the exit toward SR 17 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5B Toward SR 17 South

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.51 one way

$31.02 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $17.03 $34.06
premium $4.89 $19.09 $38.18
diesel $5.61 $21.90 $43.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.8 0 $10.42 $4.76
Efficient EV 24.8 0 $8.68 $3.97
EV Truck/SUV 39.7 0 $13.89 $6.35

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Algood, TN

Late night in Algood on Sunday

Local time

5:04 AM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Chattanooga, TN

Morning in East Chattanooga on Sunday

Local time

6:04 AM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

75°F

Dunlap, TN

50 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 10m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 68 percent of your travel will be spent on major roads. The journey features varied terrain, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 33.3 miles along SR 111. You will find that the road conditions shift as you transition from the initial highway segments to the secondary roads like the Spencer Highway and TN 8. While it is not a monotonous interstate grind, the route maintains a consistent pace that allows you to cover the nearly 100-mile distance reliably. Be prepared to navigate through different road classifications, which keeps the driving experience engaging rather than repetitive.

68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.3 mi on SR 111.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 111 and Spencer Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Main Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 99.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 99.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 33.3 miles on SR 111. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at East Chattanooga, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Chattanooga, TN before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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