How far is Algood, TN from East Chattanooga, TN?

The driving distance from Algood, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 78.9 miles (127 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
100.56 mi
01h 48m
Flight
78.91 mi
127 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
78.91 mi
Kilometers
127 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
100.56 mi
Kilometers
161.84 km
Drive Time
01h 48m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in East Chattanooga
Sat, May 23, 6:17 AM EDT
Return by in Algood
Sat, May 23, 7:06 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Algood
2026-05-23T03:28
Arrive East Chattanooga
Sat, May 23, 5:17 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:49 AM to 12:49 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:52 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Algood
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Beersheba Springs
TN

City in Grundy County, Tennessee, United States of America

From Algood
49.6 mi
00h 54m
To East Chattanooga
50.9 mi
00h 54m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSW
Destination
79°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Algood and East Chattanooga.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Algood and East Chattanooga.

  1. 1

    Start on 2nd Avenue North

    596 ft · 28 sec · 2nd Avenue North

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Main Street

    1127 ft · 30 sec · West Main Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street

    1.1 mi · 3 min · West Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on East 10th Street

    139 m · 17 sec · East 10th Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left

    1229 ft · 30 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    21.8 mi · 28 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Spencer Highway

    24.7 mi · 32 min · Spencer Highway

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    12.6 mi · 17 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    11.5 mi · 14 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    5.9 mi · 7 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight right

    9.6 mi · 11 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward TN 153 South: Chickamauga Dam

    1331 ft · 45 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on Dayton Pike

    4.7 mi · 6 min · Dayton Pike

  14. 14

    Keep slight left

    3.3 mi · 4 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 17 South

    865 ft · 29 sec

  16. 16

    Turn straight

    2.5 mi · 4 min

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Glass Street

    1824 ft · 39 sec · Glass Street

  18. 18

    Turn left onto North Chamberlain Avenue

    16 m · 1 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Algood and East Chattanooga.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Spencer Highway
64.3 mi · 64%
East 10th Street
22.1 mi · 22%
Dayton Pike
8.04 mi · 8%
West Main Street
1.36 mi · 1%
Glass Street
0.35 mi
TN 153 South
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

Spencer Highway

Keep slight right to continue on Spencer Highway

24.7 mi · 00h 32m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.6 mi
78.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Beersheba Springs
00h 54m from Algood
Leave By
2:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Algood and Showers And Thunderstorms near East Chattanooga.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Algood to East Chattanooga?

The road trip is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km) and usually takes 01h 48m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Beersheba Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from Algood and 50.9 miles from East Chattanooga.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 78.9 miles (127 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.39 one way or $26.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Algood and East Chattanooga, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Algood and Showers And Thunderstorms near East Chattanooga.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Algood and East Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 78.91 mi (127 km).

Algood

#1 Algood

City in Putnam County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population4,547
Coordinates36.1958900, -85.4485800
Altitude339
CountryUnited States
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#2 East Chattanooga

A neighborhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Population11,000
Coordinates35.0653500, -85.2491200
Altitude208
CountryUnited States
Start: 2nd Avenue North (-85.448658, 36.195866)
End: North Chamberlain Avenue (-85.249066, 35.06533)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 162 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.55 gal
13.43 L · about $13.39
Round trip
$26.77
7.1 gal · 26.86 L
Estimated CO2
31.5 kg one way
Round trip: 63.1 kg / 139 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $13.39 $26.77
Mid-grade $4.25 $15.10 $30.20
Premium $4.65 $16.52 $33.04
Diesel $5.30 $18.83 $37.66

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · May 23, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Algood, TN and East Chattanooga, TN. The current time in Algood is 03:28:39, although it is 04:28:39 in East Chattanooga.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.