How far is Chattanooga, TN from Cookeville, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Cookeville, TN is about 98 miles (157.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.9 miles (125.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 09m 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 04m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and Cookeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Cookeville.
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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
44.4 mi · 57 min · Artillery Road
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Take the exit slight right
1142 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left
84 m · 15 sec
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Turn left onto East Spring Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Spring Street
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Continue on East Spring Street
2784 ft · 57 sec · East Spring Street
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Turn right onto South Dixie Avenue
82 m · 12 sec · South Dixie Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Dixie Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Cookeville.
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
44.4 mi · 00h 57m
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 Cookeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Cookeville?
The road trip is about 98 miles (157.7 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Dunlap is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49 miles from Chattanooga and 49 miles from Cookeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.9 miles (125.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 2:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.05 one way or $26.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and Cookeville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chattanooga and Sunny near Cookeville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Cookeville. Straight-line distance: 77.94 mi (125.43 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cookeville
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 35,060 |
| Coordinates | 36.1628400, -85.5016400 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cookeville (-85.50164, 36.16284)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 158 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.72 | $29.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.10 | $32.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.35 | $36.70 |
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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