Origin
Cornersville, TN
Late night in Cornersville on Saturday
Local time
2:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cornersville, TN to Chattanooga, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
126.9 mi
204 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cornersville, TN
Kelly
Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cornersville, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 126.9 miles and takes about 2h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, I 24, I 65 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 53.3 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.84 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
63.5 miles from Cornersville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 126.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 33m highway drive covering 126.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and I 24. The longest continuous stretch is about 53.3 miles on US 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 24. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 125.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
12.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward 64: Pulaski, Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 14
Toward 64: Pulaski, Fayetteville
5
66.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
125.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
5
126.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
6
126.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
|
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cornersville, TN and Chattanooga, TN, road signs point toward 64: Pulaski and Fayetteville.
64: Pulaski
12.7 mi in
|
~16m
Fayetteville
12.7 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 53.3 mi | 1h 1m |
| I 24 | 43.7 mi | 49m |
| I 65 | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| Sewanee Highway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Sam Davis Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Cumberland Street West | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Sollace M Freeman Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Cowan Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 53.3 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cornersville, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on Ruth Flye Avenue
105 ft
·
9 sec
·
Ruth Flye Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 31A; SR 129
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on US 31A; SR 129
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Sam Davis Highway
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
I 65
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 14
Toward 64: Pulaski, Fayetteville
7
Turn left onto US 64
53 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 64
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
9
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft
·
5 sec
10
Turn straight onto US 41A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Cowan Highway
11
Continue on US 41A
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Street West
12
Continue on US 41A
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Sewanee Highway
13
Continue on US 41A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sollace M Freeman Highway
14
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Sewanee Highway
15
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
David Crockett Highway
16
Continue on US 41A
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
18
Merge onto I 24; US 64
44 mi
·
49 min
·
I 24;US 64
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
20
Continue on US 27
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 27
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
22
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
TN 8
Trip Plan
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 63.5 miles from Cornersville, TN, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.3 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.5 miles or 1h 14m 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 6m
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 Cornersville, 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 Cornersville, TN
This is one driving day of about 126.9 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Cornersville, 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 US 64 for about 53.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.5 mi from Cornersville, TN · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.5 miles from Cornersville, 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
$19.84 one way
$39.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.78 | $43.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.42 | $48.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.02 | $56.04 |
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: 44.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.32 | $6.09 |
| Efficient EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.77 | $8.12 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Chattanooga, TN
Late night in Chattanooga on Saturday
Local time
3:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Winchester, TN
63 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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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 33m 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 Cornersville, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 126.9 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 24, I 65. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.5 miles from Cornersville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.84 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 125.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Cornersville, TN and Chattanooga, TN, road signs point toward 64: Pulaski and Fayetteville.
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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