Alabaster to Chattanooga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

151.4 miles 243.6 km · straight line
189.2 miles estimated 304.5 km · driving distance
3h 48min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Alabaster from Chattanooga?

The distance from Alabaster to Chattanooga is 151.4 miles (243.6 km) as the crow flies. Chattanooga is located NE of Alabaster. By car, the driving distance is approximately 189.2 miles, taking about 3h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Alabaster in Alabama and Chattanooga in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alabaster and Chattanooga. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alabaster to Chattanooga

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 48min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 34min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 37min $23–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alabaster & Chattanooga

Quick Facts

Alabaster
33.24°N, 86.82°W
America/Chicago
153m elevation
Chattanooga
35.05°N, 85.31°W
America/New_York
206m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 164.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients