Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
128.8 mi
207 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Pine Crest, TN
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The drive from Chattanooga, TN to Pine Crest, TN covers 128.8 miles and takes about 3h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 27, Roane State Highway, Harriman Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63 miles on US 27. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.14 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.4 miles from Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 128.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
The drive from Chattanooga, TN to Pine Crest, TN covers 128.8 miles and takes about 3h 10m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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 early in the drive near TN 8 / West Martin Luther King Boulevard.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 128.8 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: near the start (TN 8 / West Martin Luther King Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 112.9 miles (I 75; US 25W): Navigation decision point; at 118.4 miles (US 25W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Depart onto TN 8 / West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp onto I 75; US 25W toward Louisville
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 25W toward US 25W North, TN 63 East: Caryville, Jacksboro, La Follette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 25W
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chattanooga, TN and Pine Crest, TN, road signs point toward Louisville, Jacksboro and La Follette.
Louisville
Jacksboro
La Follette
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 63 mi | 1h 17m |
| Roane State Highway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Harriman Highway | 9.7 mi | 10m |
| Briceville Highway | 9 mi | 18m |
| Frost Bottom Road | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| Pinecrest Road | 5.6 mi | 21m |
| I 75 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Spring City Highway | 4.1 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga, TN and Pine Crest, TN.
Start on TN 8
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
Merge onto US 27
Continue on US 27; US 70
Continue on US 27; US 70
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 61
Continue on SR 61
Turn right onto SR 330
Turn left onto SR 330
Continue on SR 330
Turn left onto SR 330
Continue on SR 330
Continue on SR 330
Turn left onto SR 330
Continue on SR 116
Continue on SR 116
Continue on SR 116
At end of road, turn left onto US 25W; SR 116
Take the ramp onto I 75; US 25W
Take the exit onto US 25W
Keep slight right at fork onto US 25W
Merge onto US 25W; TN 63
Turn right onto Paris Nance Road
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Turn left onto Island Road
Turn right onto Towe String Road
Turn slight right onto Pinecrest Road
Continue on Pinecrest Road
Continue on Pinecrest Road
Turn right onto Fire Department Lane
Arrive at destination
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.
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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.4 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Crest, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Chattanooga, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 128.8 miles and 3h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.4 mi from Chattanooga, TN · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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.
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 64.4 miles from Chattanooga, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63 miles.
The final approach into Pine Crest, 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 Pine Crest, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.14 one way
$40.27 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.11 | $44.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.79 | $49.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.44 | $56.87 |
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: 45.1 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 | 38.6 | 0 | $13.52 | $6.18 |
| Efficient EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.27 | $5.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.5 | 0 | $18.03 | $8.24 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Chattanooga on Thursday
Local time
5:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Pine Crest on Thursday
Local time
5:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
75°F
Kingston, TN
64 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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