Chattanooga to Opelika: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from Opelika?

The distance from Chattanooga to Opelika is 165.9 miles (267 km) as the crow flies. Opelika is located S of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 207.4 miles, taking about 4h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee and Opelika in Alabama.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Chattanooga and Opelika. 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.