The drive from East Chattanooga, TN to Cornersville, TN covers 133.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 24, Pulaski Highway, Winchester Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.4 miles on I 24.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.87 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
66.7 miles from East Chattanooga, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 133.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from East Chattanooga, TN to Cornersville, TN covers 133.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 17 / Glass Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 133.5 miles you will encounter 17 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: near the start (SR 17 / Glass Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.2 miles (SR 17 / East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 17 / Glass Street
Turn sharp left onto SR 17 / Glass Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in|SR 17 / East 3rd Street
Turn right onto SR 17 / East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip|~8m in|I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
51.6 mi into trip|~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward 41A: Monteagle, Sewanee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 134
Toward 41A: Monteagle, Sewanee
6
128.9 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward 31A: Lewisburg, Cornersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 22
Toward 31A: Lewisburg, Cornersville
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 Cornersville, TN, road signs point toward 41A: Monteagle and Sewanee.
41A: Monteagle
51.6 mi in|~1h 2m
Sewanee
51.6 mi in|~1h 2m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 24
47.4 mi
54m
Pulaski Highway
17.4 mi
19m
Winchester Highway
16.8 mi
19m
David Crockett Highway
13.6 mi
15m
I 65
8.2 mi
8m
Sewanee Highway
6.8 mi
10m
Veterans Memorial Drive
3.6 mi
4m
Sam Davis Highway
3.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 47.4 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga, TN and Cornersville, TN.
1
Start on North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft·10 sec·North Chamberlain Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto SR 17
0.4 mi·37 sec·Glass Street
3
Turn left onto SR 17
1.8 mi·3 min·Dodson Avenue
4
Turn right onto SR 17
0.1 mi·21 sec·East 3rd Street
5
Turn left onto SR 17
1.1 mi·2 min·North Willow Street
6
Turn left onto US 41; US 76
356 ft·8 sec·East Main Street
7
Turn right onto South Kelley Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South Kelley Street
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
9
Merge onto I 24
47 mi·54 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 134Toward 41A: Monteagle, Sewanee
11
Turn slight right
50 ft·9 sec
12
Turn left onto US 41A
1.6 mi·2 min·West Main Street
13
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi·36 sec·David Crockett Highway
14
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi·2 min·Sewanee Highway
15
Continue on US 41A
2.0 mi·2 min·Sollace M Freeman Highway
16
Continue on US 41A
5.0 mi·7 min·Sewanee Highway
17
Continue on US 41A
2.6 mi·3 min·Cumberland Street East
18
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi·2 min·Cowan Highway
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
20
Merge onto US 64
3.6 mi·4 min·Veterans Memorial Drive
21
Continue on US 64
13 mi·14 min·David Crockett Highway
22
Continue on US 64
17 mi·19 min·Winchester Highway
23
Continue on US 64 Business
0.5 mi·48 sec·Mulberry Avenue
24
Continue on US 64 Business
0.7 mi·1 min·College Street East
25
Turn slight right onto US 64 Business
0.2 mi·14 sec·Morgan Avenue North
26
Continue on US 64 Business
0.8 mi·1 min·Washington Street West
27
Continue on US 64
17 mi·19 min·Pulaski Highway
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
29
Merge onto I 65
8.2 mi·8 min·I 65
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·41 sec
Exit 22Toward 31A: Lewisburg, Cornersville
31
Turn left onto US 31A
3.5 mi·5 min·Sam Davis Highway
32
Continue on US 31A; SR 129
0.9 mi·1 min·South Main Street
33
Turn right onto Ruth Flye Avenue
105 ft·4 sec·Ruth Flye Avenue
34
Arrive at destination
Ruth Flye 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 66.7 miles from East Chattanooga, TN, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 29 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.7 miles or 1h 25m 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 Cornersville, 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 133.5 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 24 for about 47.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.7 mi from East Chattanooga, TN
· 1h 25m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.87 one way
$41.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.92
$45.83
premium
$4.89
$25.69
$51.38
diesel
$5.61
$29.48
$58.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.1
0
$14.02
$6.41
Efficient EV
33.4
0
$11.68
$5.34
EV Truck/SUV
53.4
0
$18.69
$8.54
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
East Chattanooga, TN
Late night
in East Chattanooga on Saturday
Local time
1:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Cornersville, TN
Late night
in Cornersville on Saturday
Local time
12:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
18 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 44m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from East Chattanooga, TN to Cornersville, TN covers 133.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, Pulaski Highway, Winchester Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.7 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 $20.87 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 133.5 miles you will encounter 17 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: near the start (SR 17 / Glass Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.2 miles (SR 17 / East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between East Chattanooga, TN and Cornersville, TN, road signs point toward 41A: Monteagle and Sewanee.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
