How far is Lakesite, TN from Chattanooga, TN?
The driving distance from Lakesite, TN to Chattanooga, TN is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.3 miles (24.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 55m 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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakesite and Chattanooga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakesite and Chattanooga.
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Start on Bayview Road
21 m · 5 sec · Bayview Road
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Turn right onto Lyons Lane
2565 ft · 2 min · Lyons Lane
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Continue on Lyons Lane
80 m · 18 sec · Lyons Lane
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Turn left onto Hixson Pike
15 mi · 25 min · Hixson Pike
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Continue on Barton Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Barton Avenue
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Continue on Veterans Bridge
2669 ft · 45 sec · Veterans Bridge
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Continue on Georgia Avenue
3259 ft · 2 min · Georgia Avenue
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Turn right onto East Martin Luther King Boulevard
130 m · 16 sec · East 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 Lakesite and Chattanooga.
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.
Hixson Pike
Turn left onto Hixson Pike
15 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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Lakesite and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakesite to Chattanooga?
The road trip is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Red Bank is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Lakesite and 13.7 miles from Chattanooga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.3 miles (24.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 7:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.98 one way or $5.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Lakesite and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakesite and Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 15.29 mi (24.6 km).
#1 Lakesite
City in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,866 |
| Coordinates | 35.2086800, -85.1269000 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| 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: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.36 | $6.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.68 | $7.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
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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