How far is Rockwood, TN from East Chattanooga, TN?
The driving distance from Rockwood, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.8 miles (102.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 23m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City and county seat in Rhea County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockwood and East Chattanooga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockwood and East Chattanooga.
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Start on North Kingston Avenue
61 m · 12 sec · North Kingston Avenue
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Turn right onto East Rockwood Street
106 m · 24 sec · East Rockwood Street
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Turn left onto South Gateway Avenue
1.8 mi · 2 min · South Gateway Avenue
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Continue on Spring City Highway
4.4 mi · 5 min · Spring City Highway
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Continue on Rhea County Highway
31.9 mi · 40 min · Rhea County Highway
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Continue on Dayton Pike
19.9 mi · 23 min · Dayton Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 153 South: Chickamauga Dam
1331 ft · 45 sec
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Continue on Dayton Pike
4.7 mi · 6 min · Dayton Pike
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Keep slight left
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 17 South
865 ft · 29 sec
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Turn straight
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Glass Street
1824 ft · 39 sec · Glass Street
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Turn left 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 Rockwood and East Chattanooga.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Rhea County Highway
Continue on Rhea County Highway
31.9 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rockwood and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near East Chattanooga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockwood to East Chattanooga?
The road trip is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.7 miles from Rockwood and 34.8 miles from East Chattanooga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.8 miles (102.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.24 one way or $18.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rockwood and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near East Chattanooga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockwood and East Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 63.76 mi (102.61 km).
#1 Rockwood
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 5,459 |
| Coordinates | 35.8656300, -84.6849400 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| 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: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.24 | $18.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.99 | $25.99 |
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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