This 295.3-mile journey from Chattanooga, TN to Halls, TN is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 39 minutes. With 98% of the route on major highways like I-24 and I-40, it’s designed for efficient travel. Expect a fuel cost around $46 for this trip. As both destinations are within the Southeast region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your drive. This route is ideal if you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated way to get from point A to point B, minimizing time spent on local roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
147.7 miles from Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 39m. Total distance: 295.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Primarily an interstate experience, this drive is characterized by its 98% highway share, making it a fast-paced transit. You'll encounter a significant longest stretch of 104.9 miles on I-24, offering extended periods of consistent driving. The route relies heavily on major arteries like I-24 and I-40, suggesting a predictable and efficient travel path. While largely a functional drive, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway offers a brief, distinct segment. Overall, anticipate a smooth, high-speed journey focused on covering distance.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 104.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 295.3 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 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 257.8 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.3 mi into trip|~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 24: Nashville, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 24: Nashville, Birmingham
8
106.6 mi into trip|~2h in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
7
257.8 mi into trip|~4h 44m in|US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
7
277.2 mi into trip|~5h 7m in
Take the exit toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury City
7
277.4 mi into trip|~5h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chattanooga, TN and Halls, TN, road signs point toward Franklin and Dyersburg.
Franklin
106.6 mi in|~2h
Dyersburg
257.6 mi in|~4h 43m|via US 412
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 24
104.9 mi
1h 57m
I 40
96.4 mi
1h 43m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
53.7 mi
58m
US 412
19.7 mi
24m
TN 54
13.2 mi
23m
East Wardlow Street
2 mi
3m
State Route 88
1.3 mi
2m
2nd Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga, TN and Halls, TN.
1
Start on TN 8
0.3 mi·55 sec·West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left
0.2 mi·30 sec
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto US 27
0.7 mi·58 sec·US 27
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·42 sec
Toward 24: Nashville, BirminghamUse the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 24
105 mi·1 hr 57 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 74AToward I 840 West: Memphis, FranklinUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 840
54 mi·58 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 40
96 mi·1 hr 43 min·I 40
9
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 412
Exit 79Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
268 ft·6 sec·US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
19 mi·23 min·US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury CityUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
120 ft·5 sec
Toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
14
Turn left onto TN 54; TN 88
13 mi·23 min·TN 54; TN 88
15
Continue on TN 88; TN 180
2.0 mi·3 min·East Wardlow Street
16
Turn right onto TN 88
0.8 mi·1 min·2nd Street
17
Continue on TN 88
1.3 mi·2 min·State Route 88
18
Continue on TN 88
0.6 mi·1 min·South Church Street
19
Turn left
54 ft·3 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 39 minute duration, departing early in the morning from Chattanooga will allow you to reach Halls with ample daylight. With only one recommended stop and a high highway share, you have flexibility in pacing your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest 104.9-mile stretch on I-24. The estimated fuel cost of $46 is a good baseline for your budget. Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you can afford to be spontaneous with your stops, but planning your fuel and rest points in advance will ensure a smoother trip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 147.7 miles from Chattanooga, TN, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 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 65 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.7 miles or 2h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halls, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chattanooga, 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 Chattanooga, TN
This is one driving day of about 295.3 miles and 5h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Chattanooga, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 104.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 147.7 mi from Chattanooga, TN
· 2h 45m into the drive
The midpoint is around 147.7 miles from Chattanooga, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.9 miles.
Arriving in Halls, TN
The final approach into Halls, 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 Halls, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 101.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.17 one way
$92.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg103 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$50.69
$101.38
premium
$4.89
$56.83
$113.66
diesel
$5.61
$65.20
$130.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
88.6
1
$31.01
$14.17
Efficient EV
73.8
0
$25.84
$11.81
EV Truck/SUV
118.1
1
$41.34
$18.90
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Chattanooga, TN
Morning
in Chattanooga on Friday
Local time
10:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Halls, TN
Morning
in Halls on Friday
Local time
9:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 39m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chattanooga, TN to Halls, TN covers 295.3 miles and takes about 5h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, I 40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 147.7 miles from Chattanooga, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 295.3 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 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 257.8 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Chattanooga, TN and Halls, TN, road signs point toward Franklin and Dyersburg.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Stones River National Battlefield.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
