Atlanta to Chattanooga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.8 miles 167.1 km · straight line
117 miles actual route 188.3 km · driving distance
2h 14min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
330° NNW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Chattanooga?

The distance from Atlanta to Chattanooga is 103.8 miles (167.1 km) as the crow flies. Chattanooga is located NNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 117 miles, taking about 2h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia 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. 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 Atlanta and Chattanooga. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Chattanooga

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 14min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 41min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 7min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Chattanooga

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM