Origin
Collegedale, TN
Morning in Collegedale on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collegedale, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
19.7 mi
32 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 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collegedale, TN
Davide Comunian
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Jason Gooljar
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion in Southeast Tennessee, the 19.7-mile journey from Collegedale to Huntingdon Forest is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 35 minutes behind the wheel, making it a very manageable drive for a relaxed afternoon. The route utilizes a mix of local roads and state highways, specifically TN 153, Bonny Oaks Drive, and Apison Pike. Budgeting roughly $3 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this short distance. Since the entire trip takes less than an hour, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated scheduling. It is a straightforward, practical connection that helps you transition between these two Tennessee locations efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TN 153 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Apison Pike | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Middle Valley Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| SR 319 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| I 75 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 11 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Volkswagen Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TN 153
— 4.5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collegedale, TN and Huntingdon Forest, TN.
1
Start on Colcord Drive
70 ft
·
7 sec
·
Colcord Drive
2
Turn left onto SR 317
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Apison Pike
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 317
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Apison Pike
4
Continue on SR 317
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Volkswagen Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
6
Merge onto I 75; US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75; US 11; US 64; SR 317
7
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.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
9
Continue on TN 317
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward TN 153 North
11
Merge onto TN 153
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
TN 153
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto SR 319
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 319
Toward SR 319 North
13
Turn left onto Middle Valley Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Middle Valley Road
14
Turn left onto Gann Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Gann Road
15
Turn right onto Hunting Circle
297 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hunting Circle
16
Continue on Hunting Circle
330 ft
·
16 sec
·
Hunting Circle
17
Turn right onto Carrie Lane
216 ft
·
10 sec
·
Carrie Lane
18
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 19.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m 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
5.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
9.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
TN 153
Merge onto TN 153
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
19.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Hunting Circle
Turn right onto Hunting Circle
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.08 one way
$6.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.79 | $7.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Morning in Huntingdon Forest on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
36 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
35m 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 drive offers a mixed-road profile, transitioning between local thoroughfares and more substantial highway segments. With a highway share of 41%, you will experience a balance of controlled speeds and standard surface streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on TN 153, which spans 4.5 miles, providing a brief period of steady cruising. As you move from the local streets of Collegedale onto the broader state highway, the pace of the drive shifts accordingly. Expect a functional rather than scenic experience, as the route is designed primarily for direct connectivity rather than long-haul touring.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.5 mi on TN 153.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 19.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): 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 Collegedale, TN and Huntingdon Forest, TN, road signs point toward Secondary Sr 317 West and Old Lee Highway.
Secondary Sr 317 West
5.3 mi in
|
~9m
|
via US 11; US 64; SR 317
Old Lee Highway
5.3 mi in
|
~9m
|
via US 11; US 64; SR 317
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 19.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.5 miles on TN 153. 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 Huntingdon Forest, 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: at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Huntingdon Forest, 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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