Chattanooga to Durham, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from Durham, North Carolina?

The distance from Chattanooga to Durham, North Carolina is 366.4 miles (589.6 km) as the crow flies. Durham, North Carolina is located ENE of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 439.6 miles, taking about 8h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee and Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chattanooga and Durham, North Carolina. 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.