How far is East Chattanooga, TN from Seymour, TN?
The driving distance from East Chattanooga, TN to Seymour, TN is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103 miles (165.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m 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 02h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Chattanooga and Seymour.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga and Seymour.
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Start on North Chamberlain Avenue
16 m · 4 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue
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Turn right onto Glass Street
1824 ft · 41 sec · Glass Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Campbell Street
1 km · 1 min · Campbell Street
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Continue on Bonny Oaks Drive
1.8 mi · 3 min · Bonny Oaks Drive
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Continue on Bonny Oaks Drive
5 mi · 9 min · Bonny Oaks Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
1547 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left
21.4 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
72.2 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Keep slight left
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2116 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2403 ft · 56 sec
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Continue on Henley Street
1 km · 1 min · Henley Street
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Continue on Chapman Highway
11.5 mi · 14 min · Chapman Highway
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Turn left onto Boyds Creek Highway
2.3 mi · 4 min · Boyds Creek Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Boyds Creek Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Chattanooga and Seymour.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Bonny Oaks Drive
Continue straight
72.2 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.
Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers leaving East Chattanooga and Mostly Cloudy near Seymour.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Chattanooga to Seymour?
The road trip is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Luttrell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.9 miles from East Chattanooga and 60 miles from Seymour.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103 miles (165.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 1:48 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.85 one way or $31.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers around East Chattanooga and Mostly Cloudy near Seymour.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Chattanooga and Seymour. Straight-line distance: 103 mi (165.76 km).
#1 East Chattanooga
A neighborhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
| Population | 11,000 |
| Coordinates | 35.0653500, -85.2491200 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Seymour
Seymour is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8906400, -83.7246200 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
End: Seymour (-83.72462, 35.89064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $3.75 | $15.85 | $31.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $17.80 | $35.61 |
| Premium | $4.62 | $19.54 | $39.09 |
| Diesel | $5.95 | $25.16 | $50.33 |
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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