How far is Rutledge, TN from Chattanooga, TN?
The driving distance from Rutledge, TN to Chattanooga, TN is about 144.2 miles (232 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132 miles (212.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 43m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rutledge and Chattanooga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rutledge and Chattanooga.
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Start on Marshall Avenue
23 m · 7 sec · Marshall Avenue
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Turn right onto Rutledge Pike
28.4 mi · 32 min · Rutledge Pike
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Take the exit slight right
1727 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
23.6 mi · 28 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
83.1 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
5.8 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
999 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 27 North: Downtown, Lookout Mountain
1018 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left
1.4 mi · 2 min
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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 Rutledge and 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
83.1 mi · 01h 31m
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 Rutledge and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rutledge to Chattanooga?
The road trip is about 144.2 miles (232 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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 72 miles from Rutledge and 72.2 miles from Chattanooga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132 miles (212.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.19 one way or $38.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rutledge and Sunny near Chattanooga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rutledge and Chattanooga. Straight-line distance: 132.04 mi (212.49 km).
#1 Rutledge
American town in Grainger County, Tennessee
| Population | 1,351 |
| Coordinates | 36.2809200, -83.5149000 |
| Altitude | 310 |
| 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: 232 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.19 | $38.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.65 | $43.30 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.69 | $47.38 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.00 | $53.99 |
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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