Origin
Cleveland, TN
Late night in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
3:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, TN to Dunlap, 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 17m
Distance
59.6 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunlap, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Cleveland to Dunlap, Tennessee, you are in for a straightforward journey spanning 59.6 miles. Plan for about 1 hour and 17 minutes of driving time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of roughly $9, it is an affordable excursion that keeps you within the Southeast region for the entirety of the ride. You will primarily utilize I-75, SR 111, and US 27 to navigate between these two points. Because the trip is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations, allowing you to focus on a quick and efficient transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 12.4 mi | 13m |
| SR 111 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| US 27 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| TN 153 | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| TN 111 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| South Lee Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Rankin Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 12.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TN and Dunlap, 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
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 75
10
Take the exit onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Toward Secondary SR 317 West, US 11 South, US 64 West: Bonny Oaks Drive, Old Lee Highway
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
12
Continue on TN 317
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward TN 153 North
14
Merge onto TN 153
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
TN 153
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Dayton, Soddy-Daisy
16
Merge onto US 27
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 27
17
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 111
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 111
18
Continue on SR 111
11 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 111
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
20
Keep slight left at fork
275 ft
·
11 sec
21
Turn left onto US 127
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Rankin Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
US 127
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Cleveland, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.4 — 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.
7
17.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Take the exit onto US 11; US 64; SR 317 toward Secondary SR 317 West, US 11 South, US 64 West: Bonny Oaks Drive, Old Lee Highway
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 Secondary SR 317 West, US 11 South, US 6...
6
30.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Dayton, Soddy-Daisy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Dayton, Soddy-Daisy
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.32 one way
$18.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.23 | $20.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Dunlap, TN
Late night in Dunlap on Sunday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
1h 17m 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 highway-focused drive is built for efficiency, with 82% of the journey taking place on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of interstate travel and state highway navigation, keeping the pace consistent throughout the 1 hour and 17-minute duration. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 12.4-mile segment on I-75, which allows you to settle into a steady rhythm. While the route is designed for speed, the transition between road types provides enough variety to keep the drive from feeling overly repetitive. Expect a functional, no-nonsense experience behind the wheel as you move from one Tennessee town to the other.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 111. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 64; US 11 Business / Broad Street Southwest.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.6 miles you will encounter 17 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.
Between Cleveland, TN and Dunlap, TN, road signs point toward Secondary Sr 317 West, Old Lee Highway, Dayton and Soddy-Daisy.
Secondary Sr 317 West
17.3 mi in
|
~22m
|
via US 11; US 64; SR 317
Old Lee Highway
17.3 mi in
|
~22m
|
via US 11; US 64; SR 317
Dayton
30.4 mi in
|
~41m
Soddy-Daisy
30.4 mi in
|
~41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 59.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.4 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 Dunlap, 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 Dunlap, 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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