How far is Ridgely, TN from Chattanooga, TN?
The driving distance from Ridgely, TN to Chattanooga, TN is about 316.9 miles (510 km), with a travel time of about 04h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 249.2 miles (401 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Dickson County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ridgely and Chattanooga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridgely and Chattanooga.
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Start on the route
19 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Depot Street
47 m · 6 sec · Depot Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
64 m · 11 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Poplar Street
2754 ft · 1 min · Poplar Street
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Turn right onto South Headden Drive
1594 ft · 27 sec · South Headden Drive
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Continue on State Route 78
14.1 mi · 19 min · State Route 78
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Continue on Lake Road
2709 ft · 1 min · Lake Road
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Turn left onto Union City
1790 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
2.3 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 South, US 412 East: Dyersburg, Jackson
14.1 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
28.9 mi · 35 min
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Turn left onto I-40 East, US 412 East: Nashville
97.1 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
52.2 mi · 56 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
103.1 mi · 1 hr 55 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
897 ft · 30 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 Ridgely and Chattanooga.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 24 East
Merge slight left
103 mi · 01h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ridgely and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ridgely to Chattanooga?
The road trip is about 316.9 miles (510 km) and usually takes 04h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Burns is a useful midpoint, sitting about 158.3 miles from Ridgely and 158.6 miles from Chattanooga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 249.2 miles (401 km), while the road route adds roughly 67.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.16 one way or $84.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Ridgely and Chattanooga, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ridgely and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Stop Ideas Near Burns
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ridgely and Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 249.18 mi (401.01 km).
#1 Ridgely
Town in Lake County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,604 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634000, -89.4878500 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| 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: 510 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $3.77 | $42.16 | $84.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.55 | $95.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $52.03 | $104.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $59.30 | $118.60 |
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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