How far is Northwoods, TN from Lookout Mountain, TN?
The driving distance from Northwoods, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.3 miles (19.8 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 EST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The fourth most populous city in Tennessee.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Northwoods and Lookout Mountain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northwoods and Lookout Mountain.
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Start on Carmack Road
862 ft · 40 sec · Carmack Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Dupont Parkway
2.2 mi · 2 min · Dupont Parkway
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Keep slight right
1787 ft · 44 sec
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Turn straight onto Amnicola Highway
2.7 mi · 4 min · Amnicola Highway
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Continue on Riverside Drive
1.5 mi · 2 min · Riverside Drive
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Turn straight
711 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto Mabel Street
154 m · 11 sec · Mabel Street
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
612 ft · 16 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto Houston Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Houston Street
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Turn left onto Broad Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · Broad Street
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Continue on Cummings Highway
1.3 km · 1 min · Cummings Highway
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Turn left onto South Scenic Highway
1425 ft · 29 sec · South Scenic Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on South Scenic Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Scenic Highway
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Continue on Stonedge Point
1.4 km · 2 min · Stonedge Point
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Continue on Scenic Highway
1710 ft · 34 sec · Scenic Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Northwoods and Lookout Mountain.
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.
Amnicola Highway
Turn straight onto Amnicola Highway
2.69 mi · 00h 04m
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.
Sunny leaving Northwoods and Mostly Clear near Lookout Mountain.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Northwoods to Lookout Mountain?
The road trip is about 21.2 miles (34.1 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?
Chattanooga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.1 miles from Northwoods and 13.2 miles from Lookout Mountain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.74 one way or $5.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Northwoods and Mostly Clear near Lookout Mountain.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Northwoods and Lookout Mountain. Straight-line distance: 12.29 mi (19.78 km).
#1 Northwoods
Northwoods is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.1528500, -85.2510700 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lookout Mountain
Town in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,884 |
| Coordinates | 34.9942400, -85.3494000 |
| Altitude | 564 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scenic Highway (-85.349441, 34.994109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $3.65 | $2.74 | $5.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.13 | $3.10 | $6.19 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $3.41 | $6.82 |
| Diesel | $5.88 | $4.41 | $8.81 |
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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