How far is Chattanooga, TN from Gordonsville, TN?

The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Gordonsville, TN is about 126.6 miles (203.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 85.3 miles (137.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
126.62 mi
02h 36m
Flight
85.3 mi
137.27 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
85.3 mi
Kilometers
137.27 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
126.62 mi
Kilometers
203.77 km
Drive Time
02h 36m

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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 02h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Gordonsville
Mon, Jun 1, 2:38 PM CDT
Return by in Chattanooga
Mon, Jun 1, 6:14 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Chattanooga
2026-06-01T13:01
Arrive Gordonsville
Mon, Jun 1, 3:38 PM EDT
Route Timing
02h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:36 AM to 11:36 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Chattanooga
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Spencer
TN

Town in Tennessee, USA

From Chattanooga
63.3 mi
01h 18m
To Gordonsville
63.3 mi
01h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W
Destination
83°F
Monday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and Gordonsville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Gordonsville.

  1. 1

    Start on West Martin Luther King Boulevard

    990 ft · 32 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard

  2. 2

    Take the ramp straight

    1.2 km · 2 min

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    20.6 mi · 24 min

  4. 4

    Keep slight left

    5.9 mi · 7 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    11.5 mi · 14 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    12.6 mi · 17 min

  7. 7

    Continue on Artillery Road

    43.5 mi · 56 min · Artillery Road

  8. 8

    Turn left

    1960 ft · 50 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    29.6 mi · 32 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward TN 53: Carthage, Gordonsville

    1218 ft · 37 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Gordonsville Highway

    2372 ft · 1 min · Gordonsville Highway

  12. 12

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Main Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Maple Street

    12 m · 2 sec · Maple Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Maple Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Gordonsville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Artillery Road
73.1 mi · 58%
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
51.5 mi · 41%
East Main Street
0.95 mi · 1%
Gordonsville Highway
0.45 mi
TN 53
0.23 mi
Maple Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 36m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+41.3 mi
85.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Spencer
01h 18m from Chattanooga
Leave By
1:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chattanooga and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Gordonsville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Gordonsville?

The road trip is about 126.6 miles (203.8 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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 63.3 miles from Chattanooga and 63.3 miles from Gordonsville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 85.3 miles (137.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.3 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 1:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.86 one way or $33.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.7 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and Gordonsville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chattanooga and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Gordonsville.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Gordonsville. Straight-line distance: 85.3 mi (137.27 km).

Chattanooga

#1 Chattanooga

The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.

Population184,742
Coordinates35.0456300, -85.3096800
Altitude206
CountryUnited States
Gordonsville

#2 Gordonsville

Town in Smith County, Tennessee, United States

Population1,245
Coordinates36.1725600, -85.9297100
Altitude164
CountryUnited States
Start: Chattanooga (-85.30968, 35.04563)
End: Gordonsville (-85.92971, 36.17256)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 204 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.47 gal
16.91 L · about $16.86
Round trip
$33.71
8.94 gal · 33.82 L
Estimated CO2
39.7 kg one way
Round trip: 79.4 kg / 175 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $16.86 $33.71
Mid-grade $4.25 $19.01 $38.02
Premium $4.65 $20.80 $41.61
Diesel $5.30 $23.71 $47.42

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · Jun 01, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Chattanooga, TN and Gordonsville, TN. The current time in Chattanooga is 13:01:57, although it is 12:01:57 in Gordonsville.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.