How far is Chattanooga, TN from Tracy City, TN?
The driving distance from Chattanooga, TN to Tracy City, TN is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.3 miles (45.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga and Tracy City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga and Tracy City.
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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
22.5 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 28: Jasper, Dunlap
1214 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Highway 150
15 mi · 20 min · Highway 150
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Continue on 7th Street
2490 ft · 54 sec · 7th Street
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Continue on Main Street
3191 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn slight left onto Railroad Avenue
29 m · 3 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga and Tracy City.
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
22.5 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Chattanooga and Mostly Sunny near Tracy City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga to Tracy City?
The road trip is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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 21.6 miles from Chattanooga and 21.6 miles from Tracy City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.3 miles (45.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 $5.73 one way or $11.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Chattanooga and Tracy City, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Chattanooga and Mostly Sunny near Tracy City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga and Tracy City. Straight-line distance: 28.29 mi (45.53 km).
#1 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tracy City
City in Grundy County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,403 |
| Coordinates | 35.2603600, -85.7360800 |
| Altitude | 555 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tracy City (-85.73608, 35.26036)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.46 | $12.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.07 | $14.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
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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