Origin
Chattanooga, TN
Late night in Chattanooga on Saturday
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1:17 AM
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Trip from Chattanooga, TN to Lewisburg, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
117.9 mi
190 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 20m
★
6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 24m
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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Lewisburg, TN
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Trip Overview
Chattanooga to Lewisburg is 117.9 miles and takes about 2 hours 30 minutes via I 24, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, beginning in the Southeast region and concluding in the same area. Expect a mixed drive with a significant portion on the interstate, making it a straightforward journey for a single-day excursion. It's a practical option if you're looking for an efficient drive between these two points without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59 miles from Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 117.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized by a mixed profile, with 56% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 61.8 miles on I 24, which provides a good opportunity for steady progress. As you transition off the interstate onto Lewis Avenue and South Jackson Street, the character of the drive will change, offering a different feel for the final leg into Lewisburg. It's a route that balances highway speed with some local road navigation.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 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 61.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 117.9 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 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
63.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 117
Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
8
63.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 117
Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
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 Lewisburg, TN, road signs point toward Arnold Airforce Base and Tullahoma.
Arnold Airforce Base
63.6 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Tullahoma
63.6 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 61.8 mi | 1h 10m |
| Lewis Avenue | 15.3 mi | 22m |
| South Jackson Street | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Wattendorf Memorial Highway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Nashville Highway | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| SR 64 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Wattendorf Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Cannon Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 61.8 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga, TN and Lewisburg, 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, Birmingham
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 24
62 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 117
Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
7
Keep slight left at fork
46 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 117
Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
8
Turn left onto Wattendorf Memorial Hwy
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Wattendorf Memorial Hwy
9
Continue on Wattendorf Memorial Highway
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Wattendorf Memorial Highway
10
Continue on Wattendorf Highway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Wattendorf Highway
11
Continue on Forrest Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Forrest Boulevard
12
Continue on South Anderson Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Anderson Street
13
Turn left onto SR 55
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Carroll Street
14
Turn right onto US 41A; SR 55; SR 130
14 mi
·
17 min
·
South Jackson Street
15
Turn left onto SR 64
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 64
16
Turn right onto SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Jefferson Street
17
Continue on SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
478 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Lane Street
18
Continue on SR 64; SR 130
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Lane Parkway
19
Turn left onto US 231; SR 64; SR 130
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cannon Boulevard
20
Turn right onto SR 64; SR 130
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Lewis Avenue
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 31A
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Nashville Highway
22
Continue on US 31A Business; US 431 Business
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Verona Avenue
23
Continue on US 31A Business; US 431 Business
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
North 2nd Avenue
24
Enter roundabout onto US 31A Business; US 431 Business
247 ft
·
5 sec
·
North 2nd Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours 30 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll cover 117.9 miles, with the longest stretch being 61.8 miles on I 24, so plan for one main stop if needed, perhaps for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the interstate portion, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost is around $18, so factor that into your budget before you head out.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59 miles from Chattanooga, TN, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.8 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59 miles or 1h 8m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewisburg, 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 117.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 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 61.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59 mi from Chattanooga, TN · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59 miles from Chattanooga, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.8 miles.
Arriving in Lewisburg, TN
The final approach into Lewisburg, 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 Lewisburg, 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
$18.43 one way
$36.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.24 | $40.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.69 | $45.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.03 | $52.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.38 | $5.66 |
| Efficient EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.51 | $7.55 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Lewisburg, TN
Late night in Lewisburg on Saturday
Local time
12:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Manchester, TN
59 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 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
2h 30m 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 Chattanooga, TN to Lewisburg, TN covers 117.9 miles and takes about 2h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, Lewis Avenue, South Jackson Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59 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 $18.43 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 117.9 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 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Chattanooga, TN and Lewisburg, TN, road signs point toward Arnold Airforce Base and Tullahoma.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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