Origin
Bells, TN
Afternoon in Bells on Thursday
Local time
1:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bells, TN to Jackson, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
19 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bells, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bells, TN to Jackson, TN covers 19 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 412, High Street, US 45 Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14 miles on US 412. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 19 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 26m highway drive covering 19 miles, with most of the trip on US 412 and High Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 14 miles on US 412.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 412 is the longest continuous segment at about 14 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and High Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bells, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 26m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 412): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles (US 45 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 412 East: Jackson
Navigation decision point
Toward US 412 East: Jackson
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 412
Merge onto US 412
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
15.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 45 Bypass
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 412 | 14 mi | 18m |
| High Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| US 45 Bypass | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Airways Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 14 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bells, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on US 70A; US 79; SR 88
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
High Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 412 East: Jackson
3
Merge onto US 412
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 412
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 Bypass
6
Turn left onto Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airways Boulevard
7
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.97 one way
$5.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.26 | $6.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.66 | $7.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.19 | $8.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jackson, TN
Afternoon in Jackson on Thursday
Local time
1:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bells, TN to Jackson, TN covers 19 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, High Street, US 45 Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Bells, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bells, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 26m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 412): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles (US 45 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Bells, TN to Jackson, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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