Origin
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Late night in Huntingdon Forest on Sunday
Local time
4:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Walden, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
22.8 mi
37 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Jason Gooljar
Walden, TN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Southeast Tennessee, the 22.8-mile journey from Huntingdon Forest to Walden is an efficient trip. You can easily complete this drive in about 37 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a simple day trip. Because the distance is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to move between these two points. Whether you are running errands or just exploring the local area, this route offers a straightforward connection that fits into any schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| Taft Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Signal Mountain Boulevard | 3 mi | 4m |
| Signal Mountain Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Gann Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Thrasher Pike | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Key-Hulse Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Fairmount Pike | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 10.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntingdon Forest, TN and Walden, TN.
1
Start on this road
216 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Hunting Circle
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Hunting Circle
3
At end of road, turn right onto Gann Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Gann Road
4
Turn left onto Thrasher Pike
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Thrasher Pike
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Thrasher Pike
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Thrasher Pike
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
7
Merge onto US 27
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 27
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 127 North: Signal Mountain
9
Keep slight right at fork
168 ft
·
6 sec
10
Turn right onto US 127
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Signal Mountain Road
11
Continue on US 127
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Signal Mountain Boulevard
12
Continue on US 127
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Taft Highway
13
Turn slight right onto Fairmount Pike
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairmount Pike
14
Turn slight right onto Key-Hulse Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Key-Hulse Road
15
Continue on Lake Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Avenue
16
Turn left onto Ivory Avenue
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Ivory Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Ivory Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.9 — 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
|
Hunting Circle
Turn right onto Hunting Circle
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Gann Road
At end of road, turn right onto Gann Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Thrasher Pike
Keep slight right at fork onto Thrasher Pike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
13.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.56 one way
$7.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.03 | $10.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Walden, TN
Late night in Walden on Sunday
Local time
4:48 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m 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 trip features a mixed driving profile that transitions from faster highway travel to more localized roads. You will spend 47% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing US 27, Taft Highway, and Signal Mountain Boulevard. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during a 10.7-mile segment on US 27, where you can maintain a steady pace. As you move away from the highway sections and onto the local thoroughfares, the character of the drive shifts, requiring more attention to changing speed limits and intersections. Expect a balanced experience that moves you efficiently through the region.
47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.7 mi on US 27.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hunting Circle.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 22.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Thrasher Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 22.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.7 miles on US 27. 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 Walden, 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 1.6 miles (Thrasher Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Walden, 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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