Chattanooga to Lima, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from Lima, Ohio?

The distance from Chattanooga to Lima, Ohio is 399 miles (642.2 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Ohio is located N of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 478.8 miles, taking about 9h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee and Lima, Ohio in Ohio.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chattanooga and Lima, Ohio. 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.