Origin
Brighton, TN
Afternoon in Brighton on Friday
Local time
1:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Brighton, TN to Jackson, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
178.7 mi
288 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
★
6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brighton, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
This 178.7-mile journey from Brighton, TN, to Jackson, TN, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 29 minutes. You'll be navigating primarily along Lawrenceburg Highway and Pulaski Highway, with a portion on US 641. With a fuel cost estimated around $28, this drive offers a straightforward experience through the Southeast region. It's a good option for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The drive is characterized as a 'Mixed drive,' suggesting a variety of road types.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.3 miles from Brighton, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 29m. Total distance: 178.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive features a 37% highway share, meaning you'll experience a blend of faster routes and more local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 44.4 miles on Lawrenceburg Highway. This 'Mixed drive' profile indicates that the road's personality will likely shift throughout your journey, moving between potentially quicker segments and more winding or slower sections as you travel. Expect a varied driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lawrenceburg Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near SR 275 / Flintville Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brighton, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 3h 29m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (SR 275 / Flintville Road): Navigation decision point; at 91.4 miles (US 64): Navigation decision point; at 164.5 miles (SR 152 / Law Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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SR 275 / Flintville Road
Turn left onto SR 275 / Flintville Road
Navigation decision point
4
91.4 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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US 64
Turn right onto US 64
Navigation decision point
4
164.5 mi into trip
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~3h 11m in
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SR 152 / Law Road
Turn right onto SR 152 / Law Road
Navigation decision point
5
165.3 mi into trip
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~3h 12m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
171.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward US 70, US 412 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 70, US 412 East
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrenceburg Highway | 44.4 mi | 50m |
| Pulaski Highway | 31 mi | 35m |
| US 641 | 30.6 mi | 35m |
| West Main Street | 17.4 mi | 19m |
| US 64 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| US 412 | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| Winchester Highway | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| I 40 | 6.3 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Lawrenceburg Highway
— 44.4 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brighton, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on Howell Hill Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Howell Hill Road
2
Turn left onto SR 275
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Flintville Road
3
Turn left onto US 64
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Winchester Highway
4
Continue on US 64 Business
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Mulberry Avenue
5
Continue on US 64 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
College Street East
6
Turn slight right onto US 64 Business
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Morgan Avenue North
7
Continue on US 64 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street West
8
Continue on US 64
31 mi
·
35 min
·
Pulaski Highway
9
Turn left onto US 64
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
West College Street
10
Continue on US 64
44 mi
·
50 min
·
Lawrenceburg Highway
11
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
12
Turn right onto US 64
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 64
13
Turn right onto US 641
31 mi
·
35 min
·
US 641
14
Turn left onto US 412
17 mi
·
19 min
·
West Main Street
15
Continue on US 412
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Church Sttreet
16
Continue on US 412
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 412
17
Turn right onto SR 152
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Law Road
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
19
Merge onto I 40
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
I 40
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
21
Turn left onto US 70
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 70
22
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
23
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
24
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 178.7-mile trip, leaving Brighton, TN, in the morning is recommended to make the most of your day. With a duration of just under 3.5 hours, you could potentially complete this drive with just one planned stop, perhaps for fuel or a quick break. The estimated fuel cost of $28 is relatively low, making it an economical choice. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the main roads like Lawrenceburg Highway and US 641, as these shifts might require slight adjustments to your speed or awareness of local traffic. Given the manageable length, you have flexibility in pacing your journey.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 89.3 miles from Brighton, TN, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 39 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.3 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brighton, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brighton, TN
This is one driving day of about 178.7 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Brighton, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Lawrenceburg Highway for about 44.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.3 mi from Brighton, TN · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 89.3 miles from Brighton, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jackson, TN
The final approach into Jackson, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Jackson, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.94 one way
$55.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.67 | $61.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.39 | $68.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.45 | $78.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.76 | $8.58 |
| Efficient EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.64 | $7.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.5 | 0 | $25.02 | $11.44 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% 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 Friday
Local time
1:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Lawrenceburg, TN
89 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 29m 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 Brighton, TN to Jackson, TN covers 178.7 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lawrenceburg Highway, Pulaski Highway, US 641. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.3 miles from Brighton, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Brighton, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 3h 29m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (SR 275 / Flintville Road): Navigation decision point; at 91.4 miles (US 64): Navigation decision point; at 164.5 miles (SR 152 / Law Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Brighton, TN to Jackson, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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