Origin
East Chattanooga, TN
Night in East Chattanooga on Tuesday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Chattanooga, TN to Luttrell, TN
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
128.7 mi
207 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 22m
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6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Luttrell, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from East Chattanooga, TN to Luttrell, TN covers 128.7 miles and takes about 2h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, US 11, Rutledge Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 72.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.12 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 East Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 32m highway drive covering 128.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and US 11. The longest continuous stretch is about 72.2 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 72.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 11. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 17 / Campbell Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 128.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.4 miles (SR 17 / Campbell Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
4
7.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
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US 11; US 64; SR 317
Take the ramp onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
8.1 mi into trip
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~14m in
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US 11; US 64; SR 317
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
101.6 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
109.4 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean S...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between East Chattanooga, TN and Luttrell, TN, road signs point toward Blaine, Rutledge and Bean Station.
Blaine
109.4 mi in
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~2h 6m
Rutledge
109.4 mi in
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~2h 6m
Bean Station
109.4 mi in
|
~2h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 72.2 mi | 1h 18m |
| US 11 | 21.7 mi | 24m |
| Rutledge Pike | 14.5 mi | 16m |
| I 40 | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 6.8 mi | 12m |
| Washington Pike Northeast | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| New Emory Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Campbell Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 72.2 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga, TN and Luttrell, TN.
1
Start on North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft
·
3 sec
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North Chamberlain Avenue
2
Turn right onto SR 17
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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Glass Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Campbell Street
4
Continue on SR 17
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
5
Continue on SR 317
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
6
Take the ramp onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
21 mi
·
23 min
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US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 75
72 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
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I 75
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 11W: Knoxville Zoo
11
Keep slight right at fork
391 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station
12
Continue on US 11W
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Rutledge Pike
13
Turn left onto SR 61
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
New Emory Road
14
Continue on SR 61
2.7 mi
·
4 min
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Washington Pike Northeast
15
Turn slight right onto Grace Avenue
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Grace Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Grace Avenue
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 64.4 miles from East Chattanooga, TN, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.2 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.4 miles or 1h 16m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Luttrell, 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 128.7 miles and 2h 32m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 72.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.4 mi from East Chattanooga, TN · 1h 16m 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.
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 64.4 miles from East Chattanooga, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.2 miles.
Arriving in Luttrell, TN
The final approach into Luttrell, 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 Luttrell, 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
$20.12 one way
$40.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.09 | $44.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.77 | $49.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.42 | $56.83 |
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 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 | $13.51 | $6.18 |
| Efficient EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.26 | $5.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.5 | 0 | $18.02 | $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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Luttrell, TN
Night in Luttrell on Tuesday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Johnson, 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 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 32m 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 Luttrell, TN covers 128.7 miles and takes about 2h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, US 11, Rutledge Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.4 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 $20.12 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 128.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.4 miles (SR 17 / Campbell Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between East Chattanooga, TN and Luttrell, TN, road signs point toward Blaine, Rutledge and Bean Station.
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