Origin
Algood, TN
Evening in Algood on Sunday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Algood, TN to East Chattanooga, TN
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
99.2 mi
160 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 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Algood, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Algood to East Chattanooga, you are looking at a straightforward 99.2-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes to complete. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, meaning you can easily head out and return without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $15 for fuel, keeping the trip quite affordable. By utilizing SR 111, Spencer Highway, and TN 8, you will transition through the Southeast region of Tennessee efficiently. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that connects these two points directly, making it an ideal choice if you prioritize reaching your destination without unnecessary detours.
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
49.6 miles from Algood, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 68 percent of your travel will be spent on major roads. The journey features varied terrain, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 33.3 miles along SR 111. You will find that the road conditions shift as you transition from the initial highway segments to the secondary roads like the Spencer Highway and TN 8. While it is not a monotonous interstate grind, the route maintains a consistent pace that allows you to cover the nearly 100-mile distance reliably. Be prepared to navigate through different road classifications, which keeps the driving experience engaging rather than repetitive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 99.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: 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 11 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
|
~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
|
~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
7
96.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward SR 17 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5B
Toward SR 17 South
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 111 | 33.3 mi | 41m |
| Spencer Highway | 24.7 mi | 32m |
| TN 8 | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| US 27 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| TN 111 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Dayton Pike | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| TN 153 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| SR 17 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
SR 111
— 33.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algood, TN and East 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
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
US 27
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward TN 153 South: Chickamauga Dam
13
Continue on TN 153
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Dayton Pike
14
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
TN 153
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 5B
Toward SR 17 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto SR 17
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 17
17
Turn right onto SR 17
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Glass Street
18
Turn left onto North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Chamberlain Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
North Chamberlain Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the entire drive is under 2.5 hours, you can comfortably make the trip in one go without planning for significant rest stops. However, keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on highways, so stay alert during the 33.3-mile stretch on SR 111. It is wise to check your fuel levels before leaving Algood to ensure you stay within your $15 budget, as options may be more limited once you transition onto the secondary roads. Use this efficient timeline to your advantage by planning your arrival in East Chattanooga for early in the day.
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 49.6 miles from Algood, TN, or about 1h 6m 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 49.6 miles or 1h 6m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East 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 99.2 miles and 2h 10m.
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 49.6 mi from Algood, TN · 1h 6m 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 49.6 miles from Algood, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Chattanooga, TN
The final approach into East 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 East 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
$15.07 one way
$30.13 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.61 | $33.22 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.73 | $37.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.04 | $44.08 |
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: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
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
East Chattanooga, TN
Evening in East Chattanooga on Sunday
Local time
6:07 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 10m 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 East Chattanooga, TN covers 99.2 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 111, Spencer Highway, TN 8. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.6 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 $15.07 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 99.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 East Chattanooga, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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