How far is Chattanooga, TN from Carthage, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Carthage, TN is about 131 miles (210.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.8 miles (146.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.
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.
Town in Tennessee, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and Carthage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Carthage.
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Start on West Martin Luther King Boulevard
990 ft · 32 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
20.6 mi · 24 min
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Keep slight left
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
11.5 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
12.6 mi · 17 min
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Continue on Artillery Road
43.5 mi · 56 min · Artillery Road
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Turn left
1960 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
29.6 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 53: Carthage, Gordonsville
1218 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Gordonsville Highway
4.8 mi · 8 min · Gordonsville Highway
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Turn left onto Upper Ferry Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Upper Ferry Road
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Continue on Main Street
828 ft · 29 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Avenue
42 m · 8 sec · East 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto Futtrell Alley
27 m · 6 sec · Futtrell Alley
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Futtrell Alley
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Carthage.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Artillery Road
Continue on Artillery Road
43.5 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Chattanooga and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Carthage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Carthage?
The road trip is about 131 miles (210.8 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Spencer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.5 miles from Chattanooga and 65.5 miles from Carthage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.8 miles (146.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.2 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 1:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.42 one way or $34.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and Carthage, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Chattanooga and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Carthage.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Carthage. Straight-line distance: 90.83 mi (146.17 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carthage
Town in Tennessee, USA
| Population | 2,331 |
| Coordinates | 36.2522800, -85.9516500 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carthage (-85.95165, 36.25228)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $17.42 | $34.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.65 | $39.30 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.50 | $43.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.50 | $49.01 |
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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