Origin
Cleveland, TN
Late night in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, TN to Collegedale, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
17 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collegedale, TN
Davide Comunian
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward trip in Southeast Tennessee, the 17-mile drive from Cleveland to Collegedale is an ideal choice. You can easily complete this journey in about 25 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion. With fuel costs estimated at just $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly route that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize a combination of I-75, South Lee Highway, and Main Street to navigate between these two locations. Whether you are commuting or just passing through, the short distance ensures you spend minimal time on the road while staying within the same region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| South Lee Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| US 74 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Apison Pike | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lee Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Street Southwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street Southwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 8.3 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TN and Collegedale, TN.
1
Start on US 64
68 ft
·
9 sec
·
Inman Street West
2
Turn left onto US 64; US 11 Business
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Broad Street Southwest
3
Turn right onto US 64; US 11 Business
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
3rd Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 64; US 11 Business
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lee Highway
5
Turn left onto US 11; US 64
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Lee Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
7
Merge onto US 74
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 74
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 75
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 75
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 11 North, US 64 East: Collegedale, Ooltewah
11
Turn left onto Lee Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lee Highway
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 321
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto SR 317
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Apison Pike
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on SR 317
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Apison Pike
15
Turn right onto Colcord Drive
70 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colcord Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Colcord Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 64; US 11 Business / Broad Street Southwest
Turn left onto US 64; US 11 Business / Broad Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest
Turn right onto US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
13.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 11 North, US 64 East: Collegedale, Ooltewah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11
Toward US 11 North, US 64 East: Collegedale, Oo...
6
13.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Lee Highway
Turn left onto Lee Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.66 one way
$5.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.92 | $5.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Collegedale, TN
Late night in Collegedale on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
35 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
25m 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 trip offers a mixed driving profile that transitions from faster interstate travel to local thoroughfares. About 56% of your journey takes place on the highway, specifically utilizing an 8.3-mile stretch on I-75, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. As you exit the interstate and transition onto South Lee Highway and Main Street, the pace shifts to reflect more local traffic patterns. You will experience a blend of high-speed transit and standard surface streets, providing a balanced feel behind the wheel. Expect a functional, direct experience that moves you efficiently through the landscape.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
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 early in the drive near US 64; US 11 Business / Broad Street Southwest.
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 17 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: near the start (US 64; US 11 Business / Broad Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cleveland, TN to Collegedale, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Ooltewah along the way.
Ooltewah
13.2 mi in
|
~17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 17 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.3 miles on I 75. 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 Collegedale, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (US 64; US 11 Business / Broad Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Collegedale, 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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