How far is New Union, TN from East Chattanooga, TN?
The driving distance from New Union, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is about 77 miles (123.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 01h 20m.
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.
Town in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Union and East Chattanooga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Union and East Chattanooga.
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Start on Woodbury Highway
2.4 mi · 4 min · Woodbury Highway
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Take the ramp left toward I-24 East: Chattanooga
1169 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
67.8 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
2163 ft · 47 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 60 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
1123 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard
1323 ft · 50 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Turn left onto Georgia Avenue
2587 ft · 1 min · Georgia Avenue
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
2081 ft · 35 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn straight
613 ft · 22 sec
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Continue on Riverside Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · Riverside Drive
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Turn right onto Wilcox Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · Wilcox Boulevard
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Turn left onto Dodson Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Dodson Avenue
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Turn right onto Glass Street
1871 ft · 46 sec · Glass Street
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Turn sharp right onto North Chamberlain Avenue
16 m · 1 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Chamberlain Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Union and East Chattanooga.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-24 East
Merge slight left
67.8 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Areas Of Fog leaving New Union and Partly Cloudy near East Chattanooga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Union to East Chattanooga?
The road trip is about 77 miles (123.9 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Kimball is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.2 miles from New Union and 38.8 miles from East Chattanooga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:48 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.02 one way or $20.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between New Union and East Chattanooga, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog around New Union and Partly Cloudy near East Chattanooga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Union and East Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 56.94 mi (91.63 km).
#1 New Union
New Union is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.5325800, -86.0808200 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Chattanooga
A neighborhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
| Population | 11,000 |
| Coordinates | 35.0653500, -85.2491200 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Chamberlain Avenue (-85.249066, 35.06533)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $3.68 | $10.02 | $20.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $11.29 | $22.58 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $16.04 | $32.08 |
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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