How far is Chattanooga, TN from Fairview, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Fairview, TN is about 100 miles (161 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m 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 06m.
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.
Town in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and Fairview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Fairview.
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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
46.6 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 30: Athens, Decatur
1574 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Decatur Pike
3.2 mi · 5 min · Decatur Pike
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Continue on Green Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Green Street
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Continue on South White Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South White Street
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Turn left onto New Englewood Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · New Englewood Road
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Continue on Athens Pike
1.1 km · 1 min · Athens Pike
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Turn right onto Niota Avenue
954 ft · 22 sec · Niota Avenue
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Continue on Englewood Avenue
114 m · 15 sec · Englewood Avenue
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Turn left onto Amhurst Place
33.6 mi · 40 min · Amhurst Place
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Turn right onto Fairview Drive
2034 ft · 2 min · Fairview Drive
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Turn left onto Old Niles Ferry Road
1681 ft · 46 sec · Old Niles Ferry Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Niles Ferry Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Fairview.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
46.6 mi · 00h 52m
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 Fairview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Fairview?
The road trip is about 100 miles (161 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Athens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50 miles from Chattanooga and 50 miles from Fairview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 2:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.31 one way or $26.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chattanooga and Sunny near Fairview.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Fairview. Straight-line distance: 86.64 mi (139.44 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairview
City in Williamson County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 9,599 |
| Coordinates | 35.7153600, -84.0093500 |
| Altitude | 352 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairview (-84.00935, 35.71536)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.43 | $32.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.72 | $37.45 |
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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