Distance Guide
How far is Memphis from Chattanooga?
The distance between Memphis, TN and Chattanooga, TN is about 268 miles — roughly a 4 hr 52 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
268 mi
Drive time
4 hr 52 min
Midpoint
35.098°, -87.679°
Driving from Memphis to Chattanooga
Most drivers cover the 268-mile route in about 4 hr 52 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 134 miles each instead of 268. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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