Origin
Lawrenceburg, TN
Evening in Lawrenceburg on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrenceburg, TN to Chattanooga, TN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
144 mi
232 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrenceburg, TN
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Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 144-mile journey from Lawrenceburg, TN, to Chattanooga, TN, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. This route is primarily highway-focused, with 84% of the drive utilizing major roads like US 64 and I-24, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $23, and with just one recommended stop, you can cover the distance efficiently. The drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel as you travel from one Tennessee city to another. Consider this a practical, no-fuss option for getting between these two points.
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
72 miles from Lawrenceburg, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with 84% of the route on major roads, including US 64 and I-24. You'll experience a significant stretch of 77.2 miles on US 64, which offers a more continuous driving experience before you transition onto I-24. While primarily a highway-focused profile, the inclusion of Sewanee Highway suggests some variation in road type as you approach your destination. Expect a steady pace for most of the trip, with the bulk of your time spent on faster, more direct roadways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 24. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Military Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 9 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 (North Military Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 83.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 142.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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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North Military Avenue
Turn right onto North Military Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
83.6 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
142.5 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
5
143.6 mi into trip
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~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
6
143.9 mi into trip
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~2h 55m in
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West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 77.2 mi | 1h 28m |
| I 24 | 43.7 mi | 49m |
| Sewanee Highway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Pulaski Highway | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Cumberland Street West | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| East Gaines Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Sollace M Freeman Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Cowan Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 77.2 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrenceburg, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on this road
123 ft
·
11 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto North Military Avenue
115 ft
·
10 sec
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North Military Avenue
3
Turn left onto East Gaines Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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East Gaines Street
4
Continue on Pulaski Highway
3.8 mi
·
6 min
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Pulaski Highway
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 64
10 mi
·
11 min
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US 64
6
Continue on US 64
67 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
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US 64
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn straight onto US 41A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Cowan Highway
10
Continue on US 41A
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Street West
11
Continue on US 41A
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Sewanee Highway
12
Continue on US 41A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sollace M Freeman Highway
13
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Sewanee Highway
14
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
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David Crockett Highway
15
Continue on US 41A
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
17
Merge onto I 24; US 64
44 mi
·
49 min
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I 24;US 64
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
19
Continue on US 27
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
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US 27
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
21
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
TN 8
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under three hours, this route from Lawrenceburg to Chattanooga is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. You can depart anytime, but an early start will give you ample time to reach Chattanooga and explore upon arrival. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 77.2 miles on US 64, so plan your fuel and break accordingly before you embark on that section. Given the relatively short distance and highway focus, flexibility is key; you can make a single stop for a quick break or fuel without significantly impacting your arrival time.
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 72 miles from Lawrenceburg, TN, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.2 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72 miles or 1h 26m 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 25m
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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Open the route before leaving Lawrenceburg, 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 Lawrenceburg, TN
This is one driving day of about 144 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Lawrenceburg, 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 US 64 for about 77.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72 mi from Lawrenceburg, TN · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72 miles from Lawrenceburg, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.2 miles.
Arriving in Chattanooga, TN
The final approach into Chattanooga, 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 Chattanooga, 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
$22.51 one way
$45.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.72 | $49.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.71 | $55.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.79 | $63.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.2 | 0 | $15.12 | $6.91 |
| Efficient EV | 36 | 0 | $12.60 | $5.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.6 | 0 | $20.16 | $9.22 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Chattanooga, TN
Evening in Chattanooga on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Winchester, TN
72 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 55m 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 Lawrenceburg, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 144 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 24, Sewanee Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72 miles from Lawrenceburg, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.51 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 is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Military Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 83.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 142.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Lawrenceburg, TN to Chattanooga, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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