Origin
Apison, TN
Night in Apison on Tuesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Apison, TN to Chattanooga, TN
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
34m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
12 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Apison, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 22.6 miles and takes about 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Apison Pike, I 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.9 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
11.3 miles from Apison, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 34m highway drive covering 22.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Apison Pike. The longest continuous stretch is about 6.9 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Apison Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 22.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.5 miles (US 27): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
14 mi into trip
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~22m in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
8
20.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 27
Take the exit onto US 27 toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 178
Toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
10
20.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27 toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 178
Toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
6
20.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
22.4 mi into trip
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~33m in
|
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Apison, TN and Chattanooga, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Lookout Mountain.
Nashville
14 mi in
|
~22m
Lookout Mountain
20.5 mi in
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~31m
|
via US 27
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| Apison Pike | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| I 24 | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| US 27 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Volkswagen Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Martin Luther King Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 6.9 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apison, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on SR 317
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Apison Pike
2
Continue on SR 317
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Volkswagen Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
4
Merge onto I 75; US 11; US 64; SR 317
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 75; US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 24
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
I 24
Toward Chattanooga, Nashville
7
Take the exit onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 27
Exit 178
Toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 27
Exit 178
Toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 27
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
11
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
TN 8
Trip Plan
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 11.3 miles from Apison, TN, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.9 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 22.6 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.3 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
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 Apison, 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 Apison, TN
This is one driving day of about 22.6 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Apison, 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 I 75 for about 6.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.3 mi from Apison, TN · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.3 miles from Apison, 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
$3.53 one way
$7.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Hamilton Place Mall - Tesla Supercharger
Chattanooga, TN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Cracker Barrel - Tesla Supercharger
East Ridge, TN
Tesla
12 DCFC
2 North Shore - Tesla Supercharger
Chattanooga, TN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Walmart 3835 (Ooltewah, TN)
Ooltewah, TN
Electrify America
8 DCFC
River City Company Riverfront Parkway Lot (Chattanooga, TN)
Chattanooga, TN
Electrify America
8 DCFC
Chattanooga Plant (Chattanooga, TN)
Chattanooga, TN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Chattanooga Airport (CHA) - Tesla Supercharger
Chattanooga, TN
Tesla
6 DCFC
Finley Stadium (Chattanooga, TN)
Chattanooga, TN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Electrify America: 4
Tesla: 4
ChargePoint Network: 1
CHAEVI: 1
ZEFNET: 1
Non-Networked: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
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
Chattanooga, TN
Night in Chattanooga on Tuesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
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
34m 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 Apison, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 22.6 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Apison Pike, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.3 miles from Apison, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.53 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 demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 22.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.5 miles (US 27): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Apison, TN and Chattanooga, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Lookout Mountain.
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