Anderson, South Carolina to Chattanooga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

155.5 miles 250.3 km · straight line
194.4 miles estimated 312.9 km · driving distance
3h 55min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from Chattanooga?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Chattanooga is 155.5 miles (250.3 km) as the crow flies. Chattanooga is located WNW of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 194.4 miles, taking about 3h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina 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. 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 Anderson, South Carolina 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 Anderson, South Carolina to Chattanooga

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 55min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 42min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 43min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & Chattanooga

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m 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 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 160.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients