Spanning 116.8 miles, your journey from East Chattanooga to Jamestown is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. Because this drive is designed as a single-day excursion, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Tennessee locations. Navigating through the region, you will primarily utilize I-24, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and Dodson Avenue. This route is ideal for travelers looking for an efficient, highway-focused connection between these two points without the need for multiple stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.4 miles from East Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 24
107 mi
2h
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
4 mi
4m
Dodson Avenue
1.8 mi
3m
North Willow Street
1.1 mi
2m
South Kelley Street
0.6 mi
1m
Leanna Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Glass Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Sulphur Springs Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 107 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga, TN and Jamestown, TN.
1
Start on North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft·10 sec·North Chamberlain Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto SR 17
0.4 mi·37 sec·Glass Street
3
Turn left onto SR 17
1.8 mi·3 min·Dodson Avenue
4
Turn right onto SR 17
0.1 mi·21 sec·East 3rd Street
5
Turn left onto SR 17
1.1 mi·2 min·North Willow Street
6
Turn left onto US 41; US 76
356 ft·8 sec·East Main Street
7
Turn right onto South Kelley Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South Kelley Street
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
9
Merge onto I 24
107 mi·2 hr·I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·55 sec
Exit 74BToward I 840 East: Lebanon, KnoxvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 840
4.0 mi·4 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 57Toward Sulphur Springs RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Sulphur Springs Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Sulphur Springs Road
14
Turn left onto Leanna Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·Leanna Road
15
Arrive at destination
Leanna Road
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip is a manageable 2-hour and 15-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the journey in one go, as there are no mandated stops required by the length of the trip. Before heading out, ensure your tank is ready for the $18 fuel expenditure, especially since the longest stretch on I-24 spans 107 miles without much variation. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate to avoid unnecessary detours. Taking advantage of the highway-focused nature of this route allows you to reach Jamestown efficiently while avoiding the complications of technical local roads.
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 58.4 miles from East Chattanooga, TN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.4 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamestown, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East 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 East Chattanooga, TN
This is one driving day of about 116.8 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from East Chattanooga, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 107 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 115.9 — 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|SR 17 / Glass Street
Turn sharp left onto SR 17 / Glass Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in|SR 17 / East 3rd Street
Turn right onto SR 17 / East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip|~8m in|I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
111.3 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 840 East: Lebanon, Knoxville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 74B
Toward I 840 East: Lebanon, Knoxville
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115.9 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward Sulphur Springs Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 57
Toward Sulphur Springs Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.26 one way
$36.52 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.05
$40.10
premium
$4.89
$22.48
$44.95
diesel
$5.61
$25.79
$51.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35
0
$12.26
$5.61
Efficient EV
29.2
0
$10.22
$4.67
EV Truck/SUV
46.7
0
$16.35
$7.48
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
East Chattanooga, TN
Late night
in East Chattanooga on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jamestown, TN
Night
in Jamestown on Saturday
Local time
11:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
33 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
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient commute, as 95% of your travel time will be spent on highways. The vast majority of the journey is dominated by a 107-mile stretch on I-24, which sets the pace for the trip. While the route begins with local navigation via Dodson Avenue, the experience quickly shifts into a sustained interstate grind. This is a practical, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads. You will find that the character of the road remains consistent, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 17 / Glass Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 116.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 (SR 17 / Glass Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.2 miles (SR 17 / East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 116.8 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 (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 107 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 17 / Glass Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.2 miles (SR 17 / East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jamestown, TN before heading back.
