How far is Signal Mountain, TN from Northwoods, TN?
The driving distance from Signal Mountain, TN to Northwoods, TN is about 11.2 miles (18.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Signal Mountain and Northwoods.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Signal Mountain and Northwoods.
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Start on Mississippi Avenue
58 m · 17 sec · Mississippi Avenue
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Turn sharp right onto Taft Highway
92 m · 7 sec · Taft Highway
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Continue on Signal Mountain Boulevard
3 mi · 4 min · Signal Mountain Boulevard
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Continue on Signal Mountain Road
889 ft · 19 sec · Signal Mountain Road
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Turn left onto Russell Avenue
991 ft · 47 sec · Russell Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mountain Creek Road
1644 ft · 33 sec · Mountain Creek Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Mountain Creek Road
18 m · 1 sec · Mountain Creek Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Mountain Creek Road
1399 ft · 28 sec · Mountain Creek Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mountain Creek Road
19 m · 1 sec · Mountain Creek Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Mountain Creek Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Mountain Creek Road
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Turn right onto Morrison Springs
1.3 mi · 2 min · Morrison Springs
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Dayton Boulevard
2 mi · 4 min · Dayton Boulevard
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Turn right onto Gadd Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Gadd Road
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Turn left
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Continue on Carmack Road
862 ft · 38 sec · Carmack Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Carmack Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Signal Mountain and Northwoods.
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.
Signal Mountain Boulevard
Continue on Signal Mountain Boulevard
2.99 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 Signal Mountain and Sunny near Northwoods.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Signal Mountain to Northwoods?
The road trip is about 11.2 miles (18.1 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
Red Bank is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.6 miles from Signal Mountain and 5.7 miles from Northwoods.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 7:48 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.45 one way or $2.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Signal Mountain and Sunny near Northwoods.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Signal Mountain and Northwoods. Straight-line distance: 5.64 mi (9.08 km).
#1 Signal Mountain
Town in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 8,640 |
| Coordinates | 35.1225700, -85.3438500 |
| Altitude | 519 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Northwoods
Northwoods is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.1528500, -85.2510700 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northwoods (-85.25107, 35.15285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.63 | $1.45 | $2.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.10 | $1.64 | $3.28 |
| Premium | $4.52 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
| Diesel | $5.86 | $2.34 | $4.69 |
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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