Origin
Signal Mountain, TN
Night in Signal Mountain on Sunday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Signal Mountain, TN to Cleveland, TN
Drive Time
53m
Distance
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Signal Mountain, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Signal Mountain to Cleveland, Tennessee, you are in for a straightforward 39.4-mile trip. Expect to spend about 53 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of local roads like Signal Mountain Boulevard and US 27 before merging onto I-75. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, this is a very budget-friendly excursion within the Southeast region. Since the entire route takes place within Tennessee, you can rely on consistent road signage and familiar driving conditions throughout the journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19.7 miles from Signal Mountain, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 75% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a transition from local streets to the faster pace of the interstate, which serves as the backbone of this 39.4-mile route. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 18.4 miles on I-75, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm after navigating the initial local sections. While the route lacks the technical curves of backroads, the combination of city-adjacent streets and high-speed highway travel keeps the experience varied. It is a functional, efficient way to bridge the distance between these two Tennessee towns.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 27. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 127 / Taft Highway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 39.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 127 / Taft Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8.3 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 127 / Taft Highway
Turn sharp right onto US 127 / Taft Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
8.3 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
8.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27 toward I 24 East: Atlanta, Knoxville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 24 East: Atlanta, Knoxville
8
15.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Knoxville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 185 B
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
7
34.6 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Signal Mountain, TN to Cleveland, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Knoxville along the way.
Knoxville
8.5 mi in
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~12m
|
via US 27
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| US 27 | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Signal Mountain Boulevard | 3 mi | 4m |
| South Lee Highway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Signal Mountain Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| US 74 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Inman Street West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Keith Street Southwest | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 18.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Signal Mountain, TN and Cleveland, TN.
1
Start on Mississippi Avenue
189 ft
·
17 sec
·
Mississippi Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto US 127
302 ft
·
7 sec
·
Taft Highway
3
Continue on US 127
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Signal Mountain Boulevard
4
Continue on US 127
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Signal Mountain Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge onto US 27
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 27
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 27
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
US 27
Toward I 24 East: Atlanta, Knoxville
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 185 B
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 75
18 mi
·
22 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
12
Keep slight left at fork
281 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
13
Turn right onto US 74
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 74
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
15
Turn left onto US 11; US 64
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Lee Highway
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on US 11
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Keith Street Southwest
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto Inman Street West
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Inman Street West
Use the right lane.
18
Arrive at destination
US 64
Trip Plan
Because this is a short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. I recommend checking traffic conditions on I-75 before you leave, as the highway portions can be busier depending on the time of day. Since your fuel cost is only $6, you likely won't need to plan for mid-trip refueling, but it is always smart to ensure you have enough gas to clear the 39.4-mile distance without stress. Use the initial stretch on Signal Mountain Boulevard to get comfortable before hitting the higher-speed interstate. Keeping your schedule open is the biggest advantage here, as you can easily complete the drive in under an hour and reach your destination with ease.
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 19.7 miles from Signal Mountain, TN, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.4 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 39.4 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.7 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Signal Mountain, 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 Signal Mountain, TN
This is one driving day of about 39.4 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Signal Mountain, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 18.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.7 mi from Signal Mountain, TN · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Signal Mountain, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cleveland, TN
The final approach into Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, 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
$5.98 one way
$11.97 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.60 | $13.19 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.75 | $17.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Cleveland, TN
Night in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 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
53m 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 Signal Mountain, TN to Cleveland, TN covers 39.4 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, US 27, Signal Mountain Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.7 miles from Signal Mountain, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.98 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 39.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 127 / Taft Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8.3 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Signal Mountain, TN to Cleveland, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Knoxville along the way.
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