How far is Chattanooga, TN from McMinnville, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to McMinnville, TN is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 08m 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 01h 34m.
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
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City in Tennessee, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and McMinnville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and McMinnville.
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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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Turn left onto State Highway 8
7.3 mi · 10 min · State Highway 8
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Continue on Harrison Ferry Road
12.3 mi · 17 min · Harrison Ferry Road
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Turn slight right onto Beersheba Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Beersheba Highway
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1105 ft · 22 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Sparta Street
964 ft · 26 sec · Sparta Street
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Turn left onto Walling Street
107 m · 15 sec · Walling Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walling Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and McMinnville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Merge slight left
20.6 mi · 00h 24m
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 McMinnville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to McMinnville?
The road trip is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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 36.4 miles from Chattanooga and 36.4 miles from McMinnville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 3:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.69 one way or $19.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and McMinnville, 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 McMinnville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and McMinnville. Straight-line distance: 51.13 mi (82.29 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McMinnville
City in Tennessee
| Population | 13,776 |
| Coordinates | 35.6834000, -85.7699800 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
End: McMinnville (-85.76998, 35.6834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.69 | $19.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.96 | $23.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.63 | $27.26 |
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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