Athens, Alabama to Chattanooga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Alabama from Chattanooga?

The distance from Athens, Alabama to Chattanooga is 95.7 miles (154 km) as the crow flies. Chattanooga is located E of Athens, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.6 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Alabama in Alabama and Chattanooga in Tennessee.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Athens, Alabama 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.