Origin
Red Bank, TN
Late night in Red Bank on Thursday
Local time
1:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Red Bank, TN to East Chattanooga, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
16m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Red Bank, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection within Tennessee, the 7.7-mile trek from Red Bank to East Chattanooga is a straightforward local commute. You can expect to spend about 16 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of just $1, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. The drive stays entirely within the Southeast region, moving you across the local landscape efficiently. Because of the short distance, you have total flexibility to schedule this trip whenever it best suits your day.
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
3.9 miles from Red Bank, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will navigate via a mix of Ashland Terrace, Amnicola Highway, and Dupont Parkway, with only 12% of the journey taking place on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a brief 1.8-mile run on Ashland Terrace, meaning you will be making frequent adjustments behind the wheel. The personality of this route is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention as you transition between these specific thoroughfares. It is a functional, technical drive that keeps you engaged with the local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dayton Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
869 ft
640 ft
Total Climb
264 ft
Total Descent
308 ft
Highest Point
869 ft
~1.1 mi in
Elevation Range
229 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Red Bank, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Red Bank, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dayton Boulevard | — | — |
| Ashland Terrace | — | — |
| Hixson Pike | — | — |
| North Access Road | — | — |
| Dupont Parkway | — | — |
| Amnicola Highway | — | — |
| Wisdom Street | — | — |
| Riverside Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Dayton Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Bank, TN and East Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on Euclid Avenue West
89 ft
·
6 sec
·
Euclid Avenue West
2
Turn left onto Dayton Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Dayton Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Ashland Terrace
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Ashland Terrace
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hixson Pike
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Hixson Pike
5
Turn right
423 ft
·
9 sec
6
Turn straight onto North Access Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Access Road
7
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Dupont Parkway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Dupont Parkway
9
Keep slight right
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
10
Turn straight onto Amnicola Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Amnicola Highway
11
Turn left onto Wisdom Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wisdom Street
12
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Riverside Drive
13
Turn left onto Wilder Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Wilder Street
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto Campbell Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Campbell Street
15
Turn right onto Glass Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Glass Street
16
Turn left onto North Chamberlain Avenue
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Chamberlain Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 16-minute trip, you do not need to worry about planning for rest stops or long-distance fuel management. The primary advantage here is the flexibility of the short duration, allowing you to depart at your convenience without complex scheduling. Given that the route consists of several turns, keep your navigation app ready to guide you through the transition from Dupont Parkway to the other main roads. Because your fuel cost is minimal at roughly $1, you can focus your energy on navigating the turns rather than worrying about your tank levels. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours.
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 3.9 miles from Red Bank, TN, or about 8m into the drive.
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 7.7 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.9 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Chattanooga, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Red Bank, TN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Red Bank, TN
This is one driving day of about 7.7 miles and 16m.
At 7.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.9 mi from Red Bank, TN · 8m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 7.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.9 miles from Red Bank, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Chattanooga, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into East 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
$1.20 one way
$2.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.32 | $2.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.48 | $2.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
East Chattanooga, TN
Late night in East Chattanooga on Thursday
Local time
1:04 AM
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
1 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
16m 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 Red Bank, TN to East Chattanooga, TN covers 7.7 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dayton Boulevard, Ashland Terrace, Hixson Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.9 miles from Red Bank, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.20 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.
The drive from Red Bank, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Red Bank, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Red Bank, TN to East Chattanooga, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 640 ft to 869 ft elevation with about 264 ft of total climbing.
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