How far is Athens, TN from Apison, TN?
The driving distance from Athens, TN to Apison, TN is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.8 miles (60.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Bradley County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Athens and Apison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Athens and Apison.
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Start on Washington Avenue
57 m · 9 sec · Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto North White Street
75 m · 12 sec · North White Street
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Turn left onto East Madison Avenue
943 ft · 26 sec · East Madison Avenue
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Turn left onto Green Street
3174 ft · 58 sec · Green Street
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Continue on Decatur Pike
3.4 mi · 5 min · Decatur Pike
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Take the ramp slight left
1619 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
36.6 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 11 North, US 64 East: Collegedale, Ooltewah
1999 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto Lee Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Lee Highway
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Apison Pike
3.8 mi · 7 min · Apison Pike
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Apison Pike
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Athens and Apison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Decatur Pike
Merge slight left
36.6 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Athens and Sunny near Apison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Athens to Apison?
The road trip is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Charleston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Athens and 23.9 miles from Apison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.8 miles (60.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:32 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.22 one way or $12.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Athens and Sunny near Apison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Athens and Apison. Straight-line distance: 37.8 mi (60.83 km).
#1 Athens
Town in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 14,120 |
| Coordinates | 35.4428500, -84.5929900 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apison
Apison is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.0239600, -85.0238400 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Apison (-85.02384, 35.02396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.68 | $6.22 | $12.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $7.71 | $15.42 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $9.97 | $19.93 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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