Origin
East Chattanooga, TN
Evening in East Chattanooga on Sunday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Chattanooga, TN to Algood, TN
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
99.1 mi
159 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Algood, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from East Chattanooga to Algood, expect a straightforward journey covering 99.1 miles across Tennessee. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate through the Southeast region using a combination of Artillery Road, TN 8, and SR 111. Budgeting around $15 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit between these two points. Because the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows, ensuring a stress-free transition between these Southeast locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.5 miles from East Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with more efficient highway travel. You will spend roughly 48% of your time on highways, providing a nice change of pace from the slower segments. A significant portion of your journey includes a 46.6-mile stretch along Artillery Road, which serves as your longest uninterrupted segment. As you move from the initial roads onto SR 111, the character of the drive shifts, requiring you to stay attentive to changing road types. Expect a varied experience behind the wheel that keeps you engaged without the monotony of a purely interstate-focused route.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Artillery Road is the longest continuous segment at about 46.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 17 / Campbell Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SR 17 / Campbell Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (TN 153): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 17 / Campbell Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17 / Campbell Street
Navigation decision point
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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TN 153
Merge onto TN 153
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
11.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Dayton, Soddy-Daisy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Dayton, Soddy-Daisy
4
20.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
TN 111
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 111
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
99 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
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2nd Avenue South
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between East Chattanooga, TN and Algood, TN, road signs point toward Dayton and Soddy-Daisy.
Dayton
11.2 mi in
|
~15m
Soddy-Daisy
11.2 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Artillery Road | 46.6 mi | 59m |
| TN 8 | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| SR 111 | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| US 27 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| TN 153 | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| TN 111 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Artillery Road
— 46.6 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga, TN and Algood, TN.
1
Start on North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Chamberlain Avenue
2
Turn right onto SR 17
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Glass Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Campbell Street
4
Continue on SR 17
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward TN 153 North
6
Merge onto TN 153
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
TN 153
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Dayton, Soddy-Daisy
8
Merge onto US 27
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 27
9
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 111
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 111
10
Continue on SR 111
11 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 111
11
Continue on TN 8; TN 111
13 mi
·
17 min
·
TN 8; TN 111
12
Continue on SR 111
47 mi
·
59 min
·
Artillery Road
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
14
Turn right onto West Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
15
Continue on West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Main Street
16
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
17
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue North
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 99.1-mile trek, you have the advantage of planning your departure time based on your personal preference rather than strict logistical constraints. While the drive is short enough to complete in one go, keep in mind that the lack of scheduled stops means you should fuel up before heading out to stay within your $15 estimate. Watch your speed as you transition between the different road types, especially when moving from the longer Artillery Road segment onto state routes. Using the full 2-hour and 9-minute duration as a guide, try to depart during daylight hours to ensure better visibility throughout the entire trip. Maintaining a steady pace will help you reach Algood efficiently without needing to rush.
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 49.5 miles from East Chattanooga, TN, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.6 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.5 miles or 1h 3m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Algood, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East 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 East Chattanooga, TN
This is one driving day of about 99.1 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Chattanooga, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Artillery Road for about 46.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.5 mi from East Chattanooga, TN · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.5 miles from East Chattanooga, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Algood, TN
The final approach into Algood, 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 Algood, 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
$15.05 one way
$30.10 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.59 | $33.19 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.71 | $37.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.02 | $44.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.41 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.87 | $6.34 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Algood, TN
Evening in Algood on Sunday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 9m 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 East Chattanooga, TN to Algood, TN covers 99.1 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Artillery Road, TN 8, SR 111. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.5 miles from East Chattanooga, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.05 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SR 17 / Campbell Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (TN 153): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between East Chattanooga, TN and Algood, TN, road signs point toward Dayton and Soddy-Daisy.
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