How far is Chattanooga, TN from Dodson Branch, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Dodson Branch, TN is about 109.9 miles (176.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m 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 02h 26m.
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.
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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 Dodson Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Dodson Branch.
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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
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Spring Street
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Turn right onto South Willow Avenue
2.2 mi · 5 min · South Willow Avenue
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Continue on Dodson Branch Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · Dodson Branch Road
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Continue on Dodson Branch Highway Overton Hill Road
4 mi · 7 min · Dodson Branch Highway Overton Hill Road
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Turn slight right onto Step Rock Hill Road
26 m · 4 sec · Step Rock Hill Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Step Rock Hill Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Dodson Branch.
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Chattanooga and Sunny near Dodson Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Dodson Branch?
The road trip is about 109.9 miles (176.9 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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 55 miles from Chattanooga and 55 miles from Dodson Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 1:38 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.29 one way or $28.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and Dodson Branch, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Chattanooga and Sunny near Dodson Branch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Dodson Branch. Straight-line distance: 88.42 mi (142.3 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dodson Branch
Dodson Branch is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.3125600, -85.5322000 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dodson Branch (-85.5322, 36.31256)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $3.68 | $14.29 | $28.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $16.10 | $32.20 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $17.70 | $35.41 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $22.88 | $45.76 |
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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