How far is Cleveland, TN from Athens, TN?
The driving distance from Cleveland, TN to Athens, TN is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.3 miles (40.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cleveland and Athens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland and Athens.
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Start on Inman Street West
2183 ft · 40 sec · Inman Street West
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Turn right onto Keith Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Keith Street
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Turn left onto 25th Street Northwest
1607 ft · 35 sec · 25th Street Northwest
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Continue on 25th Street NW
2998 ft · 59 sec · 25th Street NW
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Continue on 25th Street Northwest
839 ft · 18 sec · 25th Street Northwest
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Take the exit right
1431 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
23.2 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 30: Athens, Decatur
1574 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Decatur Pike
3.2 mi · 5 min · Decatur Pike
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Continue on Green Street
2926 ft · 53 sec · Green Street
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
766 ft · 15 sec · Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cleveland and Athens.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
25th Street Northwest
Merge slight left
23.2 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cleveland and Mostly Sunny near Athens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cleveland to Athens?
The road trip is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Calhoun is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Cleveland and 15.3 miles from Athens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.3 miles (40.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.07 one way or $8.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cleveland and Mostly Sunny near Athens.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cleveland and Athens. Straight-line distance: 25.28 mi (40.68 km).
#1 Cleveland
A city in Bradley County, Tennessee.
| Population | 45,948 |
| Coordinates | 35.1595200, -84.8766100 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Athens
Town in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 14,120 |
| Coordinates | 35.4428500, -84.5929900 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Athens (-84.59299, 35.44285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.07 | $8.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.59 | $9.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
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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