Origin
Chattanooga, TN
Late night in Chattanooga on Thursday
Local time
1:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chattanooga, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
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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Huntingdon Forest, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trek from Chattanooga to Huntingdon Forest, you will be looking at a brief 16.7-mile journey that typically takes about 24 minutes. Because this trip is so short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $3 for fuel, making this an incredibly cost-effective way to transition from the city into the local forest region. Both your origin and destination are located within the Southeast, keeping the travel environment consistent throughout the drive. It is a straightforward, practical route that serves as an easy connection between urban Chattanooga and the natural surroundings of the forest.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.3 miles from Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 78% of your travel time will be spent on major routes. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating US 27, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13 miles. As you transition away from the primary highway, the route shifts onto Gann Road and Thrasher Pike to finish your approach. This combination offers a blend of sustained highway speeds followed by local road segments that bring you to your destination. The driving profile remains consistent and efficient, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal navigation stress.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Thrasher 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 Chattanooga, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is easy. At 24m 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 Chattanooga, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Thrasher Pike | — | — |
| Gann Road | — | — |
| Hunting Circle | — | — |
| Carrie Lane | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Thrasher Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga, TN and Huntingdon Forest, TN.
1
Start on West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
2
Take the ramp straight
0.7 mi
·
1 min
3
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
15 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward Thrasher Pike
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Thrasher Pike
5
Turn right onto Thrasher Pike
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Thrasher Pike
6
Turn right onto Gann Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Gann Road
7
Turn left onto Hunting Circle
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Hunting Circle
8
Turn left onto Carrie Lane
217 ft
·
10 sec
·
Carrie Lane
9
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 24-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You will not need to worry about mid-trip rest stops, as the entire route is short enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that the majority of your travel occurs on US 27, so stay alert for typical highway traffic patterns as you leave the city. With no planned stops required, you can focus on enjoying the transition from the pavement of the highway to the forest environment. Make sure to double-check your fuel gauge before leaving Chattanooga, as $3 should be more than enough to cover your needs for the duration of the trip.
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 8.3 miles from Chattanooga, TN, or about 12m 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 16.7 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntingdon Forest, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Chattanooga, TN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chattanooga, TN
This is one driving day of about 16.7 miles and 24m.
At 16.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Chattanooga, TN · 12m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.3 miles from Chattanooga, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Huntingdon Forest, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Huntingdon Forest, TN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.61 one way
$5.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.87 | $5.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.21 | $6.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.69 | $7.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Late night in Huntingdon Forest on Thursday
Local time
1:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
24m 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 Huntingdon Forest, TN covers 16.7 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Thrasher Pike, Gann Road, Hunting Circle. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 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 $2.61 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 Chattanooga, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is easy. At 24m 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 Chattanooga, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chattanooga, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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