Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Trip from Clinton, TN to East Chattanooga, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
110.5 mi
178 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 34m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 33m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, TN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Clinton, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is 110.5 miles and takes about 2h 15m via I 75 and I 40, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically within Tennessee, making it a straightforward journey. With 79% of the drive on highways, expect a relatively fast pace. This route is ideal for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.3 miles from Clinton, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 77.1 mi | 1h 23m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| I 40 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Edgemoor Road | 6 mi | 10m |
| Pellissippi Parkway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Clinch Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Lovell Road | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 77.1 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, TN and East Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on Market Street
135 ft
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10 sec
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Market Street
2
Turn left onto US 25W
0.5 mi
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50 sec
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North Main Street
3
Continue on US 25W
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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Clinch Avenue
4
Continue on US 25W
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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Clinton Highway
5
Turn right onto SR 170
6.0 mi
·
10 min
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Edgemoor Road
6
Take the ramp
101 ft
·
2 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto SR 62
1.5 mi
·
1 min
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Oak Ridge Highway
9
Turn straight onto SR 162
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Pellissippi Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Lovell Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto SR 131
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Lovell Road
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 40 W, I 75 S: Nashville
13
Merge onto I 40; I 75
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
I 40; I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
77 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 South: Chattanooga
15
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.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
17
Continue on TN 317
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
18
Continue on SR 17
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Bonny Oaks Drive
19
Continue on SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Campbell Street
20
Turn right onto SR 17
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Glass Street
21
Turn left onto North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft
·
1 sec
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North Chamberlain Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
North Chamberlain Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 15m duration, starting your drive in Clinton, TN any time in the morning or early afternoon will comfortably get you to East Chattanooga, TN before evening. With a total distance of 110.5 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $17, you won't need to worry excessively about frequent refueling stops. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 77.1 miles on I 75, so plan for a break before or after this segment if needed. Keep an eye out for the transition onto Bonny Oaks Drive as you approach your destination.
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 55.3 miles from Clinton, TN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.3 miles or 1h 9m 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 47m
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 Clinton, 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 Clinton, TN
This is one driving day of about 110.5 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Clinton, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 77.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.3 miles from Clinton, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
TA
0.1 mi from route
McMinn County Rest Area Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
McMinn County Rest Area Southbound
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.8 mi from route
Aspire
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Clinton, Tennessee
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18654577777
Visit websiteRenaissance Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~9 min detour
Home stretch
3.5 mi from route
~9 min detour
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+14236436096
Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~10 min detour
Home stretch
3.8 mi from route
~10 min detour
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+14237604333
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 16.9 and 102.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
16.9 mi into trip
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~25m in
|
SR 131 / Lovell Road
At end of road, turn right onto SR 131 / Lovell Road
Navigation decision point
5
19.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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I 40; I 75
Merge onto I 40; I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
25.4 mi into trip
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~37m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 75 South: Chattanooga
7
102.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 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...
5
102.8 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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US 11; US 64; SR 317
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.28 one way
$34.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.97 | $37.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.26 | $42.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.40 | $48.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.60 | $5.30 |
| Efficient EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.47 | $7.07 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Origin
Clinton, TN
Morning in Clinton on Tuesday
Local time
8:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
East Chattanooga, TN
Morning in East Chattanooga on Tuesday
Local time
8:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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 15m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 79% of the journey utilizing major interstates like I 75 and I 40. You'll experience a significant stretch of 77.1 miles on I 75 without interruption, offering a consistent driving pace. The profile suggests a smooth flow on these main roads, minimizing time spent on slower, local routes. Expect a practical and efficient transit rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
79% 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: 77.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Bonny Oaks Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.9 miles in near SR 131 / Lovell Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 110.5 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 16.9 miles (SR 131 / Lovell Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles (I 40; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Clinton, TN and East Chattanooga, TN, road signs point toward Secondary Sr 317 West and Old Lee Highway.
Secondary Sr 317 West
102.5 mi in
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~2h
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via US 11; US 64; SR 317
Old Lee Highway
102.5 mi in
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~2h
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via US 11; US 64; SR 317
About the Cities
Starting in Clinton, TN
Full guide →Founded 1801
Top landmarks
- • Daugherty Furniture Building
- • Green McAdoo School — former school, now museum, in Tennessee, U.S.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 110.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.9 miles (SR 131 / Lovell Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles (I 40; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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