How far is Chattanooga, TN from Benton, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Benton, TN is about 46.8 miles (75.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Hamilton County, Tennessee
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and Benton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Benton.
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Start on West Martin Luther King Boulevard
24 m · 6 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Turn right onto Market Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Market Street
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Turn left
1378 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Knoxville
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
18.4 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
1059 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
86 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
2098 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left onto Waterlevel Highway
7.3 mi · 10 min · Waterlevel Highway
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Take the exit right
633 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left
5.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Benton Station Road
132 m · 14 sec · Benton Station Road
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Turn right onto Clemmer Ferry Road
96 m · 9 sec · Clemmer Ferry Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Town Creek Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Benton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
18.4 mi · 00h 22m
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 Chattanooga and Sunny near Benton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Benton?
The road trip is about 46.8 miles (75.3 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Ooltewah is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.4 miles from Chattanooga and 23.4 miles from Benton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.22 one way or $12.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chattanooga and Sunny near Benton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Benton. Straight-line distance: 38.13 mi (61.37 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Benton
County in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,247 |
| Coordinates | 35.1742400, -84.6535500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: Benton (-84.65355, 35.17424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.02 | $14.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
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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