Origin
Algood, TN
Afternoon in Algood on Sunday
Local time
3:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Algood, TN to Chattanooga, TN
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
100 mi
161 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
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6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Algood, TN
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Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Algood to Chattanooga, you are looking at a 100-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $15 on fuel, making it a very budget-friendly transit across the Southeast. You will primarily utilize a combination of SR 111, Spencer Highway, and US 27 to navigate the distance. Because this is a straightforward drive within Tennessee, it offers a reliable and efficient connection between these two areas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50 miles from Algood, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 100-mile route is a highway-focused drive, with 73% of your time spent on higher-speed roads. You will find yourself cruising along SR 111 for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 33.3 miles, which helps maintain a consistent pace. Transitioning between these main thoroughfares gives the drive a functional feel rather than a winding, technical experience. You can expect a steady rhythm behind the wheel as you move from the initial highway segments onto the local highway connections. Overall, the road surface and layout prioritize efficiency, ensuring you spend less time navigating complex intersections and more time moving toward your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 111 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 111 and Spencer Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
23.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
SR 111 / Spencer Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 111 / Spencer Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
99.5 mi into trip
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~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1A
Toward Downtown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 111 | 33.3 mi | 41m |
| Spencer Highway | 24.7 mi | 32m |
| US 27 | 21.2 mi | 25m |
| TN 8 | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| TN 111 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| West Martin Luther King Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 111
— 33.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algood, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
2nd Avenue North
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto West Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
4
Continue on East 10th Street
456 ft
·
17 sec
·
East 10th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
6
Merge onto SR 111
22 mi
·
27 min
·
SR 111
7
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 111
25 mi
·
32 min
·
Spencer Highway
8
Continue on TN 8; TN 111
13 mi
·
17 min
·
TN 8; TN 111
9
Continue on SR 111
11 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 111
10
Continue on TN 111
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
TN 111
11
Merge onto US 27
21 mi
·
25 min
·
US 27
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Downtown
13
Turn straight onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
TN 8
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the data, feel free to pace the drive however you prefer to stay comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as the $15 cost estimate provides a good baseline for your budget planning. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert during the transitions between SR 111 and US 27, as changing roads can sometimes require extra attention to signage. Taking this approach allows you to enjoy a stress-free trip from Algood to Chattanooga.
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 50 miles from Algood, TN, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 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 80 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50 miles or 1h 7m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chattanooga, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Algood, 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 Algood, TN
This is one driving day of about 100 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Algood, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on SR 111 for about 33.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50 mi from Algood, TN · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50 miles from Algood, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chattanooga, TN
The final approach into Chattanooga, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Chattanooga, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.19 one way
$30.38 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.74 | $33.49 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.88 | $37.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.22 | $44.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30 | 0 | $10.50 | $4.80 |
| Efficient EV | 25 | 0 | $8.75 | $4.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40 | 0 | $14.00 | $6.40 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Chattanooga, TN
Afternoon in Chattanooga on Sunday
Local time
4:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 9m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Algood, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 100 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 111, Spencer Highway, US 27. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50 miles from Algood, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Algood, TN to Chattanooga, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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