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Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
165.2 mi
266 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
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The drive from East Chattanooga, TN to Bon Aqua Junction, TN covers 165.2 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 I 24, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, State Highway 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 107.5 miles on I 24. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.83 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
82.6 miles from East Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
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This is a 3h 10m highway drive covering 165.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 24 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 107.5 miles on I 24.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 17 / Glass Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 10m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 17 / Glass Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.3 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp left onto SR 17 / Glass Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward TN 100: Centerville, Fairview
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Chattanooga, TN to Bon Aqua Junction, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 107.5 mi | 2h |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 44.7 mi | 47m |
| State Highway 100 | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Dodson Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Willow Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 46 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Kelley Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Fairview Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga, TN and Bon Aqua Junction, TN.
Start on North Chamberlain Avenue
Turn sharp left onto SR 17
Turn left onto SR 17
Turn right onto SR 17
Turn left onto SR 17
Turn left onto US 41; US 76
Turn right onto South Kelley Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 24
Take the exit
Merge onto I 840
Take the exit
Turn left onto TN 100
Continue on TN 100
Continue on TN 100
Continue on TN 100
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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.6 miles or 1h 36m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bon Aqua Junction, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving East 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 East Chattanooga, TN
This is one driving day of about 165.2 miles and 3h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.6 mi from East Chattanooga, TN · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 82.6 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 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.5 miles.
The final approach into Bon Aqua Junction, 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 Bon Aqua Junction, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$25.83 one way
$51.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.36 | $56.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.79 | $63.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.47 | $72.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.6 | 0 | $17.35 | $7.93 |
| Efficient EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.45 | $6.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.13 | $10.57 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Late night in East Chattanooga on Wednesday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Bon Aqua Junction on Tuesday
Local time
11:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
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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