Origin
Blaine, TN
Late night in Blaine on Thursday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blaine, TN to Chattanooga, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
130 mi
209 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blaine, TN
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Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
This 130-mile drive from Blaine to Chattanooga, Tennessee, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete. You'll be navigating local roads for the entirety of this journey, with no significant highway stretches. Budget around $20 for fuel to cover the distance. This route offers a straightforward connection within the Southeast region, making it a convenient option for local travel or as a segment of a larger regional exploration. Given its short duration, it's perfect for a relaxed day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65 miles from Blaine, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entire 130 miles between Blaine and Chattanooga. With a 0% highway share, this route emphasizes navigating through communities and along country roads rather than high-speed travel. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving in the traditional sense, as you'll be constantly adjusting to local traffic patterns and road conditions. This type of driving requires your full attention, offering a more intimate experience of the Tennessee landscape as you make frequent turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Rutledge Pike is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Blaine, TN to Chattanooga, TN is easy. At 2h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blaine, TN to Chattanooga, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rutledge Pike | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
| I 24 West | — | — |
| Chattanooga | — | — |
| US 27 North | — | — |
| Downtown | — | — |
| West Martin Luther King Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Rutledge Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on Bates Drive
240 ft
·
16 sec
·
Bates Drive
2
Turn left onto Rutledge Pike
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Rutledge Pike
3
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
4
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
27 min
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
83 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
I 75 South: Chattanooga
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
7
Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Chattanooga, Nashville
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
9
Keep slight left to continue on US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
10
Keep slight left
1.4 mi
·
1 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Downtown
12
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 2-hour drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Blaine in the morning allows you to arrive in Chattanooga with plenty of daylight for activities. With no major highways, pacing yourself is key; be prepared for frequent adjustments in speed and direction. The estimated fuel cost is $20, so ensure your tank is full before you depart to avoid unnecessary stops. Keep an eye out for local signage as you'll be relying heavily on turn-by-turn navigation on these local roads.
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 65 miles from Blaine, TN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
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 29 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 2m 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 42m
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 Blaine, 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 Blaine, TN
This is one driving day of about 130 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Blaine, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65 mi from Blaine, TN · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65 miles from Blaine, 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
$20.32 one way
$40.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.31 | $44.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.02 | $50.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.70 | $57.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39 | 0 | $13.65 | $6.24 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.38 | $5.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52 | 0 | $18.20 | $8.32 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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 Thursday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Athens, TN
65 mi in
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
3 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
2h 5m 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 Blaine, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 130 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Rutledge Pike, I 75 South, I 24 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65 miles from Blaine, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.32 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.
The drive from Blaine, TN to Chattanooga, TN is easy. At 2h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blaine, TN to Chattanooga, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Blaine, TN to Chattanooga, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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