How far is Chattanooga, TN from Monteagle, TN?

The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Monteagle, TN is about 46.6 miles (75 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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
46.58 mi
00h 55m
Flight
32.82 mi
52.82 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
32.82 mi
Kilometers
52.82 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
46.58 mi
Kilometers
74.97 km
Drive Time
00h 55m

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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 00h 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Monteagle
Thu, Apr 23, 2:23 AM CDT
Return by in Chattanooga
Thu, Apr 23, 4:19 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Chattanooga
2026-04-23T02:28
Arrive Monteagle
Thu, Apr 23, 3:23 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
7:55 AM to 9:55 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:40 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
Jasper
TN

Tennessee town

From Chattanooga
23.3 mi
00h 27m
To Monteagle
23.3 mi
00h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
78°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West Martin Luther King Boulevard

    1761 ft · 56 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard

  2. 2

    Turn left

    1246 ft · 31 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    1.2 km · 59 sec

  4. 4

    Keep slight right to continue on 24: Nashville, Birmingham

    2222 ft · 42 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    43.4 mi · 49 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward 41: Monteagle, Tracy City

    1356 ft · 34 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Dixie Lee Highway

    3001 ft · 51 sec · Dixie Lee Highway

  8. 8

    Continue on Main Street

    1 km · 1 min · Main Street

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
9 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
2 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
24
43.8 mi · 94%
West Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.05 mi · 2%
Main Street
0.64 mi · 1%
Dixie Lee Highway
0.57 mi · 1%
41
0.26 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

24

Merge slight left

43.4 mi · 00h 49m

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
00h 55m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.8 mi
32.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Jasper
00h 27m from Chattanooga
Leave By
4:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Chattanooga and Sunny near Monteagle.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 46.6 miles (75 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?

Jasper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.3 miles from Chattanooga and 23.3 miles from Monteagle.

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

The direct path is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 4:40 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.18 one way or $12.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.6 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and Monteagle, 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 Monteagle.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Monteagle. Straight-line distance: 32.82 mi (52.82 km).

Chattanooga

#1 Chattanooga

The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.

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

#2 Monteagle

Town in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States

Population1,238
Coordinates35.2400800, -85.8397000
Altitude586
CountryUnited States
Start: Chattanooga (-85.30968, 35.04563)
End: Monteagle (-85.8397, 35.24008)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 75 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 55m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.64 gal
6.22 L · about $6.18
Round trip
$12.37
3.28 gal · 12.44 L
Estimated CO2
14.6 kg one way
Round trip: 29.1 kg / 64 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.18 $12.37
Mid-grade $4.25 $6.97 $13.95
Premium $4.65 $7.63 $15.27
Diesel $5.30 $8.70 $17.40

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 · Apr 23, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Chattanooga, TN and Monteagle, TN. The current time in Chattanooga is 02:28:36, although it is 01:28:36 in Monteagle.

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.