Origin
Altamont, TN
Morning in Altamont on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altamont, 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
1h 23m
Distance
53.9 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Altamont, TN
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Trip Overview
Spanning 53.9 miles through the Southeast, this trip from Altamont to East Chattanooga typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes. It is a straightforward, single-day excursion that fits easily into a busy schedule without requiring an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel for the journey, making it a very economical choice. Because both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region of Tennessee, you will experience a consistent regional atmosphere throughout the drive. Whether you are commuting or just heading out for a change of scenery, this route offers a practical and efficient connection between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 108 | 23 mi | 34m |
| Suck Creek Road | 14.5 mi | 21m |
| Main Street | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| SR 283 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| US 27 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Signal Mountain Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
SR 108
— 23 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altamont, TN and East Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on Cumberland Street
526 ft
·
24 sec
·
Cumberland Street
2
Turn left onto SR 56
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 108
23 mi
·
34 min
·
SR 108
4
Take the ramp
246 ft
·
6 sec
5
Merge onto SR 28
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 28
6
Turn left onto SR 283
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 283
7
Continue on SR 27
15 mi
·
21 min
·
Suck Creek Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 127
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Signal Mountain Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
10
Merge onto US 27
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 27
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit West 4th Street Exit
12
Turn left onto West 4th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 4th Street
Exit West 4th Street Exit
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
14
Continue on Riverside Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Drive
15
Turn right onto Wilcox Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Wilcox Boulevard
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto SR 17
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Dodson Avenue
17
Turn right onto SR 17
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Glass Street
18
Turn sharp right onto North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Chamberlain Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
North Chamberlain Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27 miles from Altamont, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 28.3 and 53.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
28.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
SR 283
Turn left onto SR 283
Navigation decision point
4
45.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 127 / Signal Mountain Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 127 / Signal Mountain Road
Navigation decision point
5
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
West 4th Street
Turn left onto West 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit West 4th Street Exit
5
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
Wilcox Boulevard
Turn right onto Wilcox Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
North Chamberlain Avenue
Turn sharp right onto North Chamberlain Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.43 one way
$16.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.37 | $20.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.90 | $23.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Destination
East Chattanooga, TN
Morning in East Chattanooga on Sunday
Local time
7:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
34 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
1h 23m 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?
This mixed drive transitions through a variety of road types, keeping the experience engaging from start to finish. You will spend roughly 52% of your time on highways, providing a balanced pace that shifts between faster stretches and local roads. SR 108 handles the bulk of the initial travel, featuring a 23-mile longest stretch that allows you to settle into a rhythm. As you navigate onto Suck Creek Road and eventually Main Street, the character of the drive changes, requiring more focused attention than a standard interstate cruise. Expect a functional mix of terrain that avoids the monotony of long-distance highway driving.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23 mi on SR 108.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 28.3 miles in near SR 283.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 53.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 28.3 miles (SR 283): Navigation decision point; at 45.4 miles (US 127 / Signal Mountain Road): Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles (West 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 53.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23 miles on SR 108. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 28.3 miles (SR 283): Navigation decision point; at 45.4 miles (US 127 / Signal Mountain Road): Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles (West 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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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