Albany, Georgia to Chattanooga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.6 miles 400.1 km · straight line
310.7 miles estimated 500.1 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is Albany, Georgia from Chattanooga?

The distance from Albany, Georgia to Chattanooga is 248.6 miles (400.1 km) as the crow flies. Chattanooga is located NNW of Albany, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 310.7 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Albany, Georgia in Georgia 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, Georgia 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 Albany, Georgia to Chattanooga

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 30min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, Georgia & Chattanooga

Quick Facts

Albany, Georgia
31.58°N, 84.16°W
America/New_York
62m 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 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients