Chattanooga to Jefferson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from Jefferson City?

The distance from Chattanooga to Jefferson City is 451.1 miles (726 km) as the crow flies. Jefferson City is located NW of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 541.3 miles, taking about 10h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee and Jefferson City in Missouri.

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. 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 Chattanooga and Jefferson City. 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.