Origin
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Night in Huntingdon Forest on Wednesday
Local time
11:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Chattanooga, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
24m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Jason Gooljar
Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the quiet of Huntingdon Forest to the city center of Chattanooga, this 13.1-mile journey is an ideal day trip. You will spend roughly 24 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection within the Southeast region of Tennessee. Because the entire route is free of highway driving, you can expect a very budget-friendly trip that costs about $2 in fuel. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to complete the drive in one straightforward push. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that keeps you off the major interstates while moving you between these two Tennessee locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.5 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that trades high-speed interstate monotony for a more engaged, localized experience. With 0% of the route on highways, you will navigate entirely via surface streets like Hixson Pike, Middle Valley Road, and Barton Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 8-mile segment along Hixson Pike, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because of the technical nature of the turns, this is not a cruise-control route, but rather one that requires your full attention as you transition between the forest and the city. It is a compact, tactile drive that changes character as you move away from rural roads and into the denser traffic patterns closer to Chattanooga.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hixson Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hunting Circle.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 6 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 (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hunting Circle
Turn left onto Hunting Circle
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hunting Circle
Continue onto Hunting Circle
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Gann Road
Turn left onto Gann Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Middle Valley Road
At end of road, turn right onto Middle Valley Road
Navigation decision point
3
3.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
SR 319 / Hixson Pike
Turn right onto SR 319 / Hixson Pike
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hixson Pike | 8 mi | 13m |
| Middle Valley Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Barton Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Georgia Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Veterans Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Gann Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hunting Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Martin Luther King Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hixson Pike
— 8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntingdon Forest, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on this road
216 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Hunting Circle
330 ft
·
17 sec
·
Hunting Circle
3
Continue on Hunting Circle
297 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hunting Circle
4
Turn left onto Gann Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Gann Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto Middle Valley Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Middle Valley Road
6
Turn right onto SR 319
8.0 mi
·
13 min
·
Hixson Pike
7
Continue on Barton Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Barton Avenue
8
Continue on Veterans Bridge
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Veterans Bridge
9
Continue on Georgia Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Georgia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto East Martin Luther King Boulevard
426 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Martin Luther King Boulevard
11
Arrive at destination
TN 8
Trip Plan
Since this is such a short trip, you have the luxury of departing whenever it best suits your schedule without worrying about long-distance fatigue. Keep in mind that because the route relies on local roads, your travel time may fluctuate slightly depending on local traffic flow along Hixson Pike and Barton Avenue. You will not need to plan for formal rest stops given the 24-minute duration, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Since fuel costs are minimal at approximately $2, you can easily top off your tank before you leave to ensure a stress-free arrival. A pro tip for this drive is to keep your map app open, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires careful navigation through the local intersections.
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 6.5 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8 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 13 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.5 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Huntingdon Forest, TN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Huntingdon Forest, TN
This is one driving day of about 13.1 miles and 24m.
At 13.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Hixson Pike for about 8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.5 mi from Huntingdon Forest, TN · 13m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chattanooga, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Chattanooga, TN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.05 one way
$4.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.52 | $5.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Night in Chattanooga on Wednesday
Local time
11:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
24m 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 Huntingdon Forest, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 13.1 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hixson Pike, Middle Valley Road, Barton Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.05 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 24m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Chattanooga, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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