Origin
Walden, TN
Late night in Walden on Thursday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walden, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
36m
Distance
21.1 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walden, TN
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Huntingdon Forest, TN
Jason Gooljar
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion in Southeast Tennessee, the 21.1-mile journey from Walden to Huntingdon Forest is a straightforward choice. Clocking in at just 36 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via US 27, Taft Highway, and Signal Mountain Boulevard to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of only $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly trip for locals or visitors. Because the route remains entirely within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the short transit. Whether you are running errands or heading out for a change of scenery, this efficient connection makes for an easy, low-stress commute.
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
10.6 miles from Walden, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that transitions between local roads and more substantial thoroughfares. You will spend about 36% of your time on highways, providing a balanced feel behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 7.6-mile segment on US 27, which allows for a brief period of steady driving. Expect the road quality to shift as you move from the local streets onto the larger highway sections. It is a practical drive that avoids the monotony of a long-haul interstate trek while keeping your travel time well under an hour.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lake Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Walden, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is easy. At 36m 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 Walden, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Avenue | — | — |
| Key-Hulse Road | — | — |
| Fairmount Pike | — | — |
| Taft Highway | — | — |
| Signal Mountain Boulevard | — | — |
| Signal Mountain Road | — | — |
| Russell Avenue | — | — |
| Mountain Creek Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lake Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walden, TN and Huntingdon Forest, TN.
1
Start on Ivory Avenue
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Ivory Avenue
2
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Lake Avenue
3
Continue on Key-Hulse Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Key-Hulse Road
4
Turn straight onto Fairmount Pike
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairmount Pike
5
Turn straight onto Taft Highway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Taft Highway
6
Continue on Signal Mountain Boulevard
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Signal Mountain Boulevard
7
Continue on Signal Mountain Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Signal Mountain Road
8
Turn left onto Russell Avenue
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Russell Avenue
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto Mountain Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Mountain Creek Road
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Mountain Creek Road
59 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mountain Creek Road
11
Exit the roundabout onto Mountain Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Mountain Creek Road
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mountain Creek Road
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mountain Creek Road
13
Exit the roundabout onto Mountain Creek Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Mountain Creek Road
14
Turn right onto Morrison Springs
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Morrison Springs
15
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
16
Merge slight left
7.6 mi
·
8 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward Thrasher Pike
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Thrasher Pike
18
Turn right onto Thrasher Pike
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Thrasher Pike
19
Turn right onto Gann Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Gann Road
20
Turn left onto Hunting Circle
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Hunting Circle
21
Turn left onto Carrie Lane
217 ft
·
10 sec
·
Carrie Lane
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 36-minute sprint, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily plan your day without worrying about extensive rest stops, as there are zero required stops along the way. Be sure to check your fuel levels before leaving Walden, though the $3 estimated cost means it will have a minimal impact on your travel budget. Because your longest stretch is under eight miles, stay alert for transitions between highway and local road speed limits. Use this brevity to your advantage by planning your arrival at Huntingdon Forest for mid-morning or early afternoon to make the most of your day.
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 10.6 miles from Walden, TN, or about 18m 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 21 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.6 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntingdon Forest, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Walden, TN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Walden, TN
This is one driving day of about 21.1 miles and 36m.
At 21.1 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 10.6 mi from Walden, TN · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.6 miles from Walden, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Huntingdon Forest, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Huntingdon Forest, 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
$3.30 one way
$6.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
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: 7.4 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 | 6.3 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
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
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Late night in Huntingdon Forest on Thursday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
36m 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 Walden, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN covers 21.1 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lake Avenue, Key-Hulse Road, Fairmount Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.6 miles from Walden, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.30 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 Walden, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is easy. At 36m 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 Walden, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Walden, TN to Huntingdon Forest, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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