How far is Rocky Top, TN from East Chattanooga, TN?
The driving distance from Rocky Top, TN to East Chattanooga, TN is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.6 miles (161.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 02h 06m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rocky Top and East Chattanooga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rocky Top and East Chattanooga.
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Start on 4th Street
4 m · 4 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on South Main Avenue
1383 ft · 24 sec · South Main Avenue
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Continue on Lake City Highway
6.9 mi · 10 min · Lake City Highway
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Continue on North Main Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Clinch Avenue
2.4 mi · 4 min · Clinch Avenue
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Continue on Clinton Highway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Clinton Highway
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Turn right onto Edgemoor Road
6 mi · 11 min · Edgemoor Road
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Take the ramp straight
31 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight left
2816 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Oak Ridge Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Oak Ridge Highway
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Turn straight onto Pellissippi Parkway
3.6 mi · 4 min · Pellissippi Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Lovell Road
1378 ft · 36 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lovell Road
2 mi · 4 min · Lovell Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 40 W, I 75 S: Nashville
1863 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
6.1 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
77.1 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Secondary SR 317 West, US 11 South, US 64 West: Bonny Oaks Drive, Old Lee Highway
1293 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right
1115 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on Bonny Oaks Drive
4.8 mi · 9 min · Bonny Oaks Drive
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Continue on Bonny Oaks Drive
1.8 mi · 3 min · Bonny Oaks Drive
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Continue on Campbell Street
1 km · 1 min · Campbell Street
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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 Rocky Top 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 75 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
77.1 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Sunny leaving Rocky Top and Sunny near East Chattanooga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rocky Top to East Chattanooga?
The road trip is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Luttrell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.7 miles from Rocky Top and 64.1 miles from East Chattanooga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.6 miles (161.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:18 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.85 one way or $31.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rocky Top and Sunny near East Chattanooga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rocky Top and East Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 100.59 mi (161.88 km).
#1 Rocky Top
Rocky Top is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.2178600, -84.1546500 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| 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: 199 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.63 | $15.85 | $31.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.10 | $17.92 | $35.84 |
| Premium | $4.52 | $19.75 | $39.50 |
| Diesel | $5.86 | $25.60 | $51.19 |
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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