Origin
Selmer, TN
Late night in Selmer on Wednesday
Local time
1:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Selmer, TN to Chattanooga, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 34m
Distance
226.5 mi
364 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 21m
★
6 AM
4h 34m
8 AM
5h 1m
10 AM
4h 44m
12 PM
4h 41m
3 PM
4h 45m
5 PM
5h 0m
8 PM
4h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Selmer, TN
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Chattanooga, TN
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Trip Overview
This 226.5-mile journey from Selmer, TN, to Chattanooga, TN, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 34 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated around $35. The primary routes guiding you through Tennessee's Southeast region are US 64 and I-24. With 78% of the drive on highways, it offers an efficient way to travel between these two points without needing an overnight stop. This trip is well-suited for those looking for a direct and uncomplicated drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.2 miles from Selmer, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Primarily a highway-focused experience, this route dedicates 78% of its mileage to faster roads. You'll navigate segments of US 64 and I-24, allowing for consistent progress. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 87.2 miles, primarily on US 64, meaning you can settle in for a good period without frequent turns. While the highway nature suggests a less varied landscape, the transition between these major arteries provides a steady rhythm for the drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 87.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and United States Route 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 64.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 34m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here; at 166.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 225 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 64
Turn left onto US 64
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
166.1 mi into trip
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~3h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
225 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m 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
226.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
6
226.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m 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 | 87.2 mi | 1h 47m |
| United States Route 64 | 44.4 mi | 50m |
| I 24 | 43.7 mi | 49m |
| Wayne Road | 31.1 mi | 35m |
| Sewanee Highway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Cumberland Street West | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Sollace M Freeman Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Cowan Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 87.2 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Selmer, TN and Chattanooga, TN.
1
Start on US 64 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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East Court Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 64
20 mi
·
30 min
·
US 64
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto Water Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
4
Turn left onto TN 128
344 ft
·
12 sec
·
Pickwick Street South
5
Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on US 64; SR 128
31 mi
·
35 min
·
Wayne Road
7
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
8
Continue on US 64
44 mi
·
50 min
·
United States Route 64
9
Continue on US 64
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
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West College Street
10
Continue on US 64
67 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 64
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
12
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft
·
5 sec
13
Turn straight onto US 41A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Cowan Highway
14
Continue on US 41A
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Street West
15
Continue on US 41A
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Sewanee Highway
16
Continue on US 41A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sollace M Freeman Highway
17
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Sewanee Highway
18
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
David Crockett Highway
19
Continue on US 41A
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
20
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
21
Merge onto I 24; US 64
44 mi
·
49 min
·
I 24;US 64
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
23
Continue on US 27
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 27
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1B
Toward Downtown
25
Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
26
Arrive at destination
TN 8
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4-hour and 34-minute duration, you can easily tackle this drive in one day. Leaving Selmer in the morning allows ample time to reach Chattanooga before evening. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in timing your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 87.2 miles on US 64, where services might be less frequent. Planning your departure to avoid peak traffic in and around Chattanooga will make your arrival smoother.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 113.2 miles from Selmer, TN, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.2 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.2 miles or 2h 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 3h 47m
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 Selmer, 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 Selmer, TN
This is one driving day of about 226.5 miles and 4h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Selmer, 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 87.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.2 mi from Selmer, TN · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.2 miles from Selmer, 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 87.2 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
$35.41 one way
$70.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $38.88 | $77.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $43.59 | $87.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.01 | $100.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68 | 0 | $23.78 | $10.87 |
| Efficient EV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.82 | $9.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.6 | 1 | $31.71 | $14.50 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Late night in Chattanooga on Wednesday
Local time
2:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
13 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
4h 34m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Selmer, TN to Chattanooga, TN covers 226.5 miles and takes about 4h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, United States Route 64, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.2 miles from Selmer, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 34m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here; at 166.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 225 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Selmer, TN to Chattanooga, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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