How far is East Chattanooga, TN from New Union, TN?
The driving distance from East Chattanooga, TN to New Union, TN is about 78.2 miles (125.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m 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 34m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Chattanooga and New Union.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga and New Union.
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Start on North Chamberlain Avenue
16 m · 11 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto Glass Street
1871 ft · 38 sec · Glass Street
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Turn left onto Dodson Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Dodson Avenue
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
717 ft · 22 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North Willow Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Willow Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
109 m · 8 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto South Kelley Street
2993 ft · 1 min · South Kelley Street
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Take the ramp right
889 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
71.5 mi · 1 hr 22 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 East 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.
South Kelley Street
Merge slight left
71.5 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving East 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 East Chattanooga to New Union?
The road trip is about 78.2 miles (125.9 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Kimball is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.1 miles from East Chattanooga and 39.1 miles from New Union.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:20 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.16 one way or $20.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between East 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 Partly Cloudy around East Chattanooga and Areas Of Fog near New Union.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Chattanooga and New Union. Straight-line distance: 56.94 mi (91.63 km).
#1 East Chattanooga
A neighborhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
| Population | 11,000 |
| Coordinates | 35.0653500, -85.2491200 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| 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: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $3.68 | $10.16 | $20.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $11.45 | $22.91 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $12.59 | $25.19 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $16.28 | $32.55 |
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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