Origin
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Night in Huntingdon Forest on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Collegedale, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
35m
Distance
20.4 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Jason Gooljar
Collegedale, TN
Davide Comunian
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion in Southeast Tennessee, the 20.4-mile journey from Huntingdon Forest to Collegedale is an efficient commute that typically takes about 35 minutes. Because of its short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Navigating this path involves transitioning across TN 153, Bonny Oaks Drive, and Apison Pike. Whether you are heading out for professional obligations or local errands, the straightforward nature of this drive ensures you remain firmly within your intended timeframe.
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
10.2 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 20.4-mile trek offers a mixed driving profile, balancing regional highway travel with local road navigation. Only about 33% of the journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on community roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on TN 153, spanning 4.9 miles before you transition onto surface streets. Expect the pace to shift as you move from the initial highway segments into the more localized flow of Bonny Oaks Drive and Apison Pike. This blend of environments prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, keeping you engaged as you navigate the transition from forest surroundings to Collegedale.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TN 153 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hunting Circle.
Route Complexity
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 20.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (TN 153): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Gann Road
Turn left onto Gann Road
Navigation decision point
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
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TN 153
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
10.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward SR 317 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4A
Toward SR 317 East
8
16.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
SR 317
Take the exit onto SR 317 toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TN 153 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Apison Pike | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Middle Valley Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Hixson Pike | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| US 11 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| SR 317 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Gann Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TN 153
— 4.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntingdon Forest, TN and Collegedale, 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
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Hixson Pike
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward TN 153 South
8
Merge onto TN 153
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
TN 153
9
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
TN 153
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 317 East
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 317
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
12
Take the ramp onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
14
Take the exit onto SR 317
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
SR 317
Exit 9
Toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on SR 317
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Apison Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on SR 317
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Apison Pike
17
Turn right onto Colcord Drive
70 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colcord Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Colcord Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 35-minute drive with no scheduled stops, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about long-distance pacing or extensive rest breaks, allowing you to tailor the trip to your specific daily needs. Keep in mind that with a $3 fuel estimate, it is easy to budget for a round trip without needing to hunt for gas stations along the way. Given the reliance on local roads like Apison Pike for two-thirds of the journey, be prepared for typical traffic patterns that come with surface-level driving. A helpful tip is to check traffic conditions specifically for the Apison Pike stretch before you leave, as local road congestion can fluctuate more than the highway portion of your trip.
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 10.2 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.9 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 20 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.2 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collegedale, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 20.4 miles and 35m.
At 20.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on TN 153 for about 4.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.2 mi from Huntingdon Forest, TN · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.2 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Collegedale, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Collegedale, 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
$3.19 one way
$6.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.93 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Collegedale, TN
Night in Collegedale on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
2 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
35m 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 Collegedale, TN covers 20.4 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TN 153, Bonny Oaks Drive, Apison Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 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 $3.19 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 20.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (TN 153): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Collegedale, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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