Origin
Winchester, TN
Late night in Winchester on Tuesday
Local time
4:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winchester, TN to 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
1h 19m
Distance
63.1 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winchester, TN
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Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Winchester to Chattanooga is a straightforward journey covering 69.7 miles across Tennessee's Southeast region. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 9 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You can easily budget around $10 for fuel to complete the transit. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you won't encounter heavy highway congestion. This trip is perfect if you prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two locations. It’s a practical, efficient route for anyone looking to navigate the region without the stress of long-distance highway travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 43.7 mi | 49m |
| Sewanee Highway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Cowan Highway | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Cumberland Street West | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Sollace M Freeman Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| South College Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| US 27 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 43.7 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winchester, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on US 41A
75 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
2
Turn left onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50
243 ft
·
5 sec
·
1st Avenue Southeast
3
Turn right onto US 41A; US 64 Business
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South College Street
4
Continue on US 41A; US 64 Business
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Cowan Highway
5
Continue on US 41A
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Street West
6
Continue on US 41A
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Sewanee Highway
7
Continue on US 41A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sollace M Freeman Highway
8
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Sewanee Highway
9
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
David Crockett Highway
10
Continue on US 41A
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
12
Merge onto I 24; US 64
44 mi
·
49 min
·
I 24;US 64
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
14
Continue on US 27
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 27
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
16
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
TN 8
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Winchester, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 63 — 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
|
US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 41A; US 64 Business / South College Street
Turn right onto US 41A; US 64 Business / South College Street
Navigation decision point
5
61.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
5
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
6
63 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.86 one way
$19.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.83 | $21.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.93 | $27.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.63 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Chattanooga, TN
Late night in Chattanooga on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 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
1h 19m 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 journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local road profile rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate via 1st Avenue Southeast, South College Street, and Cowan Highway, with zero percent of the trip spent on major highways. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on 1st Avenue Southeast, you should be prepared for frequent turns and constant engagement with the road. The route maintains a consistent character throughout, requiring your full attention as you transition between local streets. It offers a hands-on driving experience that feels far more personal than a standard highway commute.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.7 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Sewanee Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winchester, TN to Chattanooga, TN is easy. At 1h 19m with 70% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 41A; US 64 Business / South College Street): Navigation decision point; at 61.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,901 ft
624 ft
Total Climb
1,299 ft
Total Descent
1,598 ft
Highest Point
1,901 ft
~13.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,277 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Winchester, TN
Full guide →Winchester is a city in Franklin County, Tennessee.
Arriving in Chattanooga, TN
Full guide →Founded 1839
Chattanooga is the 4th largest city in Tennessee. It is the seat of Hamilton County. It is in Southeast Tennessee on the Tennessee River and near the border of Georgia. It was immortalized in the popular 1941 song "Chattanooga Choo Choo", made famous by Glenn Miller.
Top landmarks
- • Delta Queen — paddle steamer launched in 1926
- • Hunter Museum of American Art — art museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee
- • Saints Peter and Paul Basilica — historic church in Tennessee, United States
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 1h 19m. Total distance: 63.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.7 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 41A; US 64 Business / South College Street): Navigation decision point; at 61.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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