How far is East Chattanooga, TN from Winfield, TN?

The driving distance from East Chattanooga, TN to Winfield, TN is about 136.1 miles (219 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 112.3 miles (180.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
136.11 mi
02h 54m
Flight
112.26 mi
180.67 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from East Chattanooga.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
112.26 mi
Kilometers
180.67 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
136.11 mi
Kilometers
219.04 km
Drive Time
02h 54m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Winfield
Thu, Apr 23, 6:56 AM EDT
Return by in East Chattanooga
Thu, Apr 23, 9:51 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave East Chattanooga
2026-04-23T04:02
Arrive Winfield
Thu, Apr 23, 6:56 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 54m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:55 AM to 12:55 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in East Chattanooga
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Rockwood
TN

City in Tennessee, United States

From East Chattanooga
68.1 mi
01h 27m
To Winfield
68 mi
01h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
81°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between East Chattanooga and Winfield.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Chattanooga and Winfield.

  1. 1

    Start on North Chamberlain Avenue

    16 m · 4 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Glass Street

    1824 ft · 41 sec · Glass Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Campbell Street

    1 km · 1 min · Campbell Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Bonny Oaks Drive

    2 mi · 4 min · Bonny Oaks Drive

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left toward TN 153 North

    1298 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    7.9 mi · 10 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit right toward Dayton, Soddy-Daisy

    2079 ft · 51 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    9.3 mi · 11 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right

    42.3 mi · 53 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Spring City Highway

    4.1 mi · 5 min · Spring City Highway

  11. 11

    Continue on South Gateway Avenue

    2.7 mi · 3 min · South Gateway Avenue

  12. 12

    Continue on Roane State Highway

    8.8 mi · 10 min · Roane State Highway

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Georgia Avenue Northwest

    670 ft · 13 sec · Georgia Avenue Northwest

  14. 14

    Continue on Oakdale Highway

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Oakdale Highway

  15. 15

    Continue on Old Harriman Highway

    3.2 mi · 6 min · Old Harriman Highway

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on Old Harriman Highway

    3.2 mi · 6 min · Old Harriman Highway

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Morgan County Highway

    7.7 mi · 9 min · Morgan County Highway

  18. 18

    Continue on Morgan County Highway

    17.1 mi · 19 min · Morgan County Highway

  19. 19

    Continue on Scott Highway

    4 mi · 5 min · Scott Highway

  20. 20

    Continue on Lon Foust Highway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Lon Foust Highway

  21. 21

    Continue on Scott Highway

    11 mi · 16 min · Scott Highway

  22. 22

    Continue on Alberta Avenue

    1070 ft · 14 sec · Alberta Avenue

  23. 23

    Continue on Alberta Street

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Alberta Street

  24. 24

    Continue on Alberta Avenue

    2598 ft · 34 sec · Alberta Avenue

  25. 25

    Continue on Alberta Street

    3.4 mi · 4 min · Alberta Street

  26. 26

    Continue on Scott Highway

    2 mi · 2 min · Scott Highway

  27. 27

    Turn left onto New Light Road

    75 m · 16 sec · New Light Road

  28. 28

    Turn left onto Emby Lane

    120 m · 17 sec · Emby Lane

  29. 29

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Emby Lane

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between East Chattanooga and Winfield.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
29 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
3 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dayton
52 mi · 38%
Morgan County Highway
24.8 mi · 18%
Scott Highway
17.1 mi · 13%
Roane State Highway
8.76 mi · 6%
TN 153 North
8.16 mi · 6%
Old Harriman Highway
6.45 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Dayton

Keep slight right

42.3 mi · 00h 53m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 54m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23.8 mi
112.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Rockwood
01h 27m from East Chattanooga
Leave By
12:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving East Chattanooga and Sunny near Winfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from East Chattanooga to Winfield?

The road trip is about 136.1 miles (219 km) and usually takes 02h 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?

Rockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.1 miles from East Chattanooga and 68 miles from Winfield.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 112.3 miles (180.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 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 12:40 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.10 one way or $36.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Chattanooga and Sunny near Winfield.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between East Chattanooga and Winfield. Straight-line distance: 112.26 mi (180.67 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 East Chattanooga

A neighborhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Population11,000
Coordinates35.0653500, -85.2491200
Altitude208
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Winfield

Town in Tennessee, United States

Population1,003
Coordinates36.5559100, -84.4516000
Altitude404
CountryUnited States
Start: East Chattanooga (-85.24912, 35.06535)
End: Winfield (-84.4516, 36.55591)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 219 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 16m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.8 gal
18.18 L · about $18.10
Round trip
$36.20
9.6 gal · 36.36 L
Estimated CO2
42.7 kg one way
Round trip: 85.3 kg / 188 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $18.10 $36.20
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.41 $40.83
Premium $4.65 $22.34 $44.68
Diesel $5.30 $25.46 $50.92

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between East Chattanooga and Winfield. The current time is 04:02:10.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.