How far is Chattanooga, TN from New Union, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to New Union, TN is about 73.1 miles (117.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55 miles (88.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and New Union.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and New Union.
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Start on West Martin Luther King Boulevard
1761 ft · 56 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Turn left
1246 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 59 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 24: Nashville, Birmingham
2222 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
68.9 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 53: Manchester, Woodbury
1352 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Woodbury Highway
2.2 mi · 4 min · Woodbury Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Woodbury Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and New Union.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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Merge slight left
68.9 mi · 01h 19m
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Chattanooga and Areas Of Fog near New Union.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to New Union?
The road trip is about 73.1 miles (117.6 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Monteagle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.5 miles from Chattanooga and 36.5 miles from New Union.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55 miles (88.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 3:38 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.50 one way or $19.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and New Union, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Chattanooga and Areas Of Fog near New Union.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and New Union. Straight-line distance: 54.99 mi (88.49 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Union
New Union is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.5325800, -86.0808200 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Union (-86.08082, 35.53258)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.68 | $9.50 | $19.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $10.71 | $21.41 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $11.77 | $23.55 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $15.21 | $30.43 |
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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