How far is Lake Tansi, TN from Chattanooga, TN?
The driving distance from Lake Tansi, TN to Chattanooga, TN is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.9 miles (94.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City and county seat in Rhea County, Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Tansi and Chattanooga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Tansi and Chattanooga.
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Start on Cheyenne Drive
69 m · 16 sec · Cheyenne Drive
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Turn left onto Dunbar Road
5.1 mi · 12 min · Dunbar Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Vandever Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Vandever Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
16.4 mi · 25 min
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Continue on Main Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
15.3 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto Delaware Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Delaware Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Market Street
96 m · 11 sec · Market Street
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Turn left onto Florida Avenue
659 ft · 29 sec · Florida Avenue
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Turn right
36.7 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
1176 ft · 40 sec
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Turn straight onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
1541 ft · 45 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Tansi and Chattanooga.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
36.7 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Sunny leaving Lake Tansi and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Tansi to Chattanooga?
The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39 miles from Lake Tansi and 42.4 miles from Chattanooga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.9 miles (94.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.82 one way or $21.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Lake Tansi and Chattanooga, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lake Tansi and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Tansi and Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 58.93 mi (94.84 km).
#1 Lake Tansi
Census-designated place in Cumberland County, Tennessee
| Population | 3,803 |
| Coordinates | 35.8728500, -85.0544000 |
| Altitude | 585 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chattanooga
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 184,742 |
| Coordinates | 35.0456300, -85.3096800 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Martin Luther King Boulevard (-85.309688, 35.045753)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.82 | $21.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.21 | $24.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.36 | $26.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.22 | $30.44 |
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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