Origin
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Morning in Huntingdon Forest on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntingdon Forest, 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
35m
Distance
20.4 mi
33 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.
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Jason Gooljar
Collegedale, TN
Davide Comunian
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion in Southeast Tennessee, the 20.4-mile journey from Huntingdon Forest to Collegedale is an efficient commute that typically takes about 35 minutes. Because of its short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Navigating this path involves transitioning across TN 153, Bonny Oaks Drive, and Apison Pike. Whether you are heading out for professional obligations or local errands, the straightforward nature of this drive ensures you remain firmly within your intended timeframe.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TN 153 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Apison Pike | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Middle Valley Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Hixson Pike | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| US 11 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| SR 317 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Gann Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TN 153
— 4.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntingdon Forest, TN and Collegedale, TN.
1
Start on this road
216 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Hunting Circle
330 ft
·
17 sec
·
Hunting Circle
3
Continue on Hunting Circle
297 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hunting Circle
4
Turn left onto Gann Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Gann Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto Middle Valley Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Middle Valley Road
6
Turn right onto SR 319
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Hixson Pike
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward TN 153 South
8
Merge onto TN 153
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
TN 153
9
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
TN 153
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 317 East
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 317
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
12
Take the ramp onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
14
Take the exit onto SR 317
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
SR 317
Exit 9
Toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on SR 317
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Apison Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on SR 317
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Apison Pike
17
Turn right onto Colcord Drive
70 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colcord Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Colcord Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.2 — 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
|
Hunting Circle
Turn left onto Hunting Circle
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Gann Road
Turn left onto Gann Road
Navigation decision point
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
TN 153
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
10.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward SR 317 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4A
Toward SR 317 East
8
16.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
SR 317
Take the exit onto SR 317 toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.19 one way
$6.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.93 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 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 | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
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
Collegedale, TN
Morning in Collegedale on Sunday
Local time
6:00 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
36 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
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 20.4-mile trek offers a mixed driving profile, balancing regional highway travel with local road navigation. Only about 33% of the journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on community roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on TN 153, spanning 4.9 miles before you transition onto surface streets. Expect the pace to shift as you move from the initial highway segments into the more localized flow of Bonny Oaks Drive and Apison Pike. This blend of environments prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, keeping you engaged as you navigate the transition from forest surroundings to Collegedale.
33% 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: 4.9 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 early in the drive near Hunting Circle.
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 20.4 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: near the start (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (TN 153): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 20.4 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 (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.9 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 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 (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (TN 153): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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