This 295.3-mile journey from Chattanooga, TN to Halls, TN is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 39 minutes. With 98% of the route on major highways like I-24 and I-40, it’s designed for efficient travel. Expect a fuel cost around $46 for this trip. As both destinations are within the Southeast region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your drive. This route is ideal if you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated way to get from point A to point B, minimizing time spent on local roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
147.7 miles from Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 24
104.9 mi
1h 57m
I 40
96.4 mi
1h 43m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
53.7 mi
58m
US 412
19.7 mi
24m
TN 54
13.2 mi
23m
East Wardlow Street
2 mi
3m
State Route 88
1.3 mi
2m
2nd Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga, TN and Halls, TN.
1
Start on TN 8
0.3 mi·55 sec·West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left
0.2 mi·30 sec
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto US 27
0.7 mi·58 sec·US 27
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·42 sec
Toward 24: Nashville, BirminghamUse the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 24
105 mi·1 hr 57 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 74AToward I 840 West: Memphis, FranklinUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 840
54 mi·58 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 40
96 mi·1 hr 43 min·I 40
9
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 412
Exit 79Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
268 ft·6 sec·US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
19 mi·23 min·US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury CityUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
120 ft·5 sec
Toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
14
Turn left onto TN 54; TN 88
13 mi·23 min·TN 54; TN 88
15
Continue on TN 88; TN 180
2.0 mi·3 min·East Wardlow Street
16
Turn right onto TN 88
0.8 mi·1 min·2nd Street
17
Continue on TN 88
1.3 mi·2 min·State Route 88
18
Continue on TN 88
0.6 mi·1 min·South Church Street
19
Turn left
54 ft·3 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 39 minute duration, departing early in the morning from Chattanooga will allow you to reach Halls with ample daylight. With only one recommended stop and a high highway share, you have flexibility in pacing your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest 104.9-mile stretch on I-24. The estimated fuel cost of $46 is a good baseline for your budget. Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you can afford to be spontaneous with your stops, but planning your fuel and rest points in advance will ensure a smoother trip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 147.7 miles from Chattanooga, TN, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 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 65 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.7 miles or 2h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halls, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chattanooga, 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 Chattanooga, TN
This is one driving day of about 295.3 miles and 5h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Chattanooga, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 104.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 277.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
1.3 mi into trip|~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 24: Nashville, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 24: Nashville, Birmingham
8
106.6 mi into trip|~2h in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
7
257.8 mi into trip|~4h 44m in|US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
7
277.2 mi into trip|~5h 7m in
Take the exit toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury City
7
277.4 mi into trip|~5h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.17 one way
$92.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg103 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$50.69
$101.38
premium
$4.89
$56.83
$113.66
diesel
$5.61
$65.20
$130.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
88.6
1
$31.01
$14.17
Efficient EV
73.8
0
$25.84
$11.81
EV Truck/SUV
118.1
1
$41.34
$18.90
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Chattanooga, TN
Late night
in Chattanooga on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 0 to 10 mph7% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Halls, TN
Late night
in Halls on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 39m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 101.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Primarily an interstate experience, this drive is characterized by its 98% highway share, making it a fast-paced transit. You'll encounter a significant longest stretch of 104.9 miles on I-24, offering extended periods of consistent driving. The route relies heavily on major arteries like I-24 and I-40, suggesting a predictable and efficient travel path. While largely a functional drive, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway offers a brief, distinct segment. Overall, anticipate a smooth, high-speed journey focused on covering distance.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.9 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 295.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 257.8 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chattanooga, TN and Halls, TN, road signs point toward Franklin and Dyersburg.
Chattanooga is the 4th largest city in Tennessee. It is the seat of Hamilton County. It is in Southeast Tennessee on the Tennessee River and near the border of Georgia. It was immortalized in the popular 1941 song "Chattanooga Choo Choo", made famous by Glenn Miller.
Top landmarks
•Delta Queen — paddle steamer launched in 1926
•Hunter Museum of American Art — art museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee
•Saints Peter and Paul Basilica — historic church in Tennessee, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 39m. Total distance: 295.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.9 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Halls, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 257.8 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Halls, TN before the return drive.
