How far is Chattanooga, TN from Pikeville, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Pikeville, TN is about 53.4 miles (85.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.3 miles (63.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 23m 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 11m.
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 Rhea County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and Pikeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Pikeville.
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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 right
10.7 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Dayton Avenue
2377 ft · 50 sec · Dayton Avenue
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Continue on Dayton Avenue
2799 ft · 58 sec · Dayton Avenue
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Turn left onto Cranmore Cove Road
4.8 mi · 8 min · Cranmore Cove Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Dayton Mountain Highway
14.2 mi · 21 min · Dayton Mountain Highway
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Cumberland Avenue
32 m · 5 sec · Cumberland Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cumberland Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Pikeville.
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 Pikeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Pikeville?
The road trip is about 53.4 miles (85.9 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Graysville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.7 miles from Chattanooga and 26.7 miles from Pikeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.3 miles (63.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.34 one way or $14.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and Pikeville, 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 Pikeville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Pikeville. Straight-line distance: 39.29 mi (63.23 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pikeville
City in Bledsoe County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,781 |
| Coordinates | 35.6056200, -85.1888500 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pikeville (-85.18885, 35.60562)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $3.90 | $7.34 | $14.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $8.21 | $16.41 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $11.28 | $22.57 |
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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