How far is Middle Valley, TN from Chattanooga, TN?

Fastest route

The distance from Middle Valley, Tennessee, to Chattanooga, Tennessee, is approximately 14.1 miles (22.7 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 23 minutes.

Directions

  1. Head southeast on Crabtree Rd toward Middle Valley Rd.
  2. Continue on Middle Valley Rd.
  3. Take Hixson Pike and TN-58 S to E 10th St in Chattanooga.
  4. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Middle Valley Rd.
  5. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto Hixson Pike.
  6. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left to merge onto TN-319 S/Dupont Pkwy.
  7. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Amnicola Hwy/Downtown, and merge onto TN-58 S/Amnicola Hwy.
  8. Continue to follow TN-58 S.
  9. Turn left onto Lindsay St.
  10. Turn left onto Georgia Ave.
  11. Continue on E 10th St to your destination.
  12. Turn right onto E 10th St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
  • 📍 Use a GPS navigation app to stay on track and find alternative routes if needed.
  • ⛽ Check your vehicle's fuel level and fill up before the journey.
  • 🚧 Be aware of road closures or construction that may affect your route.
  • ☕ Consider making a pit stop for a coffee break if the drive is long.
  • 🕰️ Allow extra time for potential delays, especially during rush hours.
  • 🧭 Familiarize yourself with the route in advance to feel more confident during the drive.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
17.8 mi
00h 21m
Flight
12.56 mi
20.21 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
12.56 mi
Kilometers
20.21 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
17.8 mi
Kilometers
28.65 km
Drive Time
00h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Chattanooga
Wed, Apr 22, 9:38 PM EDT
Return by in Middle Valley
Wed, Apr 22, 9:59 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Middle Valley
2026-04-22T21:16
Arrive Chattanooga
Wed, Apr 22, 9:38 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:22 AM to 7:22 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:46 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Middle Valley
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Red Bank
TN

Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

From Middle Valley
6.9 mi
00h 10m
To Chattanooga
10.9 mi
00h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW
Destination
81°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Middle Valley and Chattanooga.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Middle Valley and Chattanooga.

  1. 1

    Start on Crabtree Road

    31 m · 6 sec · Crabtree Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Middle Valley Road

    3.7 mi · 9 min · Middle Valley Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Hixson Pike

    8 mi · 13 min · Hixson Pike

  4. 4

    Continue on Barton Avenue

    1.3 km · 1 min · Barton Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on Veterans Bridge

    2669 ft · 45 sec · Veterans Bridge

  6. 6

    Continue on Georgia Avenue

    3259 ft · 2 min · Georgia Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn right onto East Martin Luther King Boulevard

    130 m · 16 sec · East Martin Luther King Boulevard

  8. 8

    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 Middle Valley and Chattanooga.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
8 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
44.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Hixson Pike
8.01 mi · 45%
Middle Valley Road
3.75 mi · 21%
Barton Avenue
0.78 mi · 4%
Georgia Avenue
0.62 mi · 3%
Veterans Bridge
0.51 mi · 3%
East Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

Hixson Pike

Turn right onto Hixson Pike

8.01 mi · 00h 13m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 21m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.2 mi
12.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Red Bank
00h 10m from Middle Valley
Leave By
7:46 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Middle Valley and Sunny near Chattanooga.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Middle Valley to Chattanooga?

The road trip is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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 6.9 miles from Middle Valley and 10.9 miles from Chattanooga.

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

The direct path is about 12.6 miles (20.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 7:46 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.38 one way or $4.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Middle Valley and Sunny near Chattanooga.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Middle Valley and Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 12.56 mi (20.21 km).

Middle Valley

#1 Middle Valley

Census-designated place in Hamilton County, Tennessee

Population12,684
Coordinates35.1959000, -85.1846800
Altitude213
CountryUnited States
Chattanooga

#2 Chattanooga

The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.

Population184,742
Coordinates35.0456300, -85.3096800
Altitude206
CountryUnited States
Start: East Crabtree Road (-85.184498, 35.196003)
End: West Martin Luther King Boulevard (-85.309688, 35.045753)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 29 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 26m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.63 gal
2.38 L · about $2.38
Round trip
$4.75
1.26 gal · 4.76 L
Estimated CO2
5.6 kg one way
Round trip: 11.2 kg / 25 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $2.38 $4.75
Mid-grade $4.25 $2.68 $5.36
Premium $4.65 $2.93 $5.86
Diesel $5.30 $3.34 $6.68

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 Middle Valley and Chattanooga. The current time is 21:16:38.

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