Origin
Columbia, TN
Evening in Columbia on Sunday
Local time
6:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, TN to Dyersburg, TN
Drive Time
3h 7m
Distance
157 mi
253 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 56m
★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 29m
8 PM
3h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbia, TN
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Dyersburg, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip across Tennessee, the drive from Columbia to Dyersburg covers 157 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 7 minutes. This trek is manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $24 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for regional travel. The route primarily utilizes Linden Highway, US 412, and Hampshire Pike to navigate between these two Southeast locations. Because the drive is straightforward, it serves as an efficient way to transition between the central and western parts of the state. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this path offers a reliable connection through the Tennessee landscape.
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
78.5 miles from Columbia, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 157-mile journey. With a 42% highway share, you will encounter a blend of faster, open stretches and more localized road conditions. Your longest uninterrupted segment occurs on Linden Highway, which spans 51.3 miles and provides a solid rhythm to your driving time. The personality of the route shifts as you move between these different road types, requiring you to stay alert through both high-speed transitions and slower, secondary paths. By balancing these various road categories, the route avoids the monotony of a purely interstate-focused drive, keeping the experience engaging from start to finish.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Linden Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 51.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 100.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 157 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 100.6 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.6 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
100.4 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
100.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
114.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
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US 412
Take the exit onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 79
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
7
114.8 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
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US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
8
114.9 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
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US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Linden Highway | 51.3 mi | 59m |
| US 412 | 49.7 mi | 58m |
| Hampshire Pike | 16.5 mi | 20m |
| I 40 | 13.9 mi | 15m |
| Columbia Highway | 13 mi | 16m |
| East Main Street | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| SR 104 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Church Sttreet | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Linden Highway
— 51.3 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, TN and Dyersburg, TN.
1
Start on West 7th Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 7th Street
2
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 7th Street
3
Continue on US 412 Business
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Hampshire Pike
4
Continue on US 412
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Columbia Highway
5
Continue on US 412
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
6
Continue on US 412
51 mi
·
59 min
·
Linden Highway
7
Continue on US 412
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Church Sttreet
8
Continue on US 412
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 412
9
Turn right onto SR 152
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Law Road
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
11
Merge onto I 40
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 412
Exit 79
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
268 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
27 mi
·
32 min
·
US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on US 412
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 412
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward TN 104: Dyersburg, Trenton
17
Turn left onto TN 104
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
TN 104
18
Continue on SR 104
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 104
Use the none lane.
19
Turn right onto US 51 Bus; SR 104
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North Main Avenue
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 51 Bus; SR 104
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
McGaughey Street
21
Arrive at destination
US 51 Bus; SR 104
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan for at least one stop to break up the 3-hour and 7-minute duration. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, but leaving early helps you avoid potential congestion on the main thoroughfares. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning off the highway segments, as you should budget around $24 for gas. Use the 51.3-mile stretch on Linden Highway to settle into a comfortable pace, but remain prepared for the change in road character once you transition to the remaining 58% of non-highway driving. Utilizing that single planned stop effectively will ensure you arrive in Dyersburg feeling refreshed rather than fatigued.
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 78.5 miles from Columbia, TN, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.3 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.5 miles or 1h 33m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dyersburg, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Columbia, 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 Columbia, TN
This is one driving day of about 157 miles and 3h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Columbia, 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 Linden Highway for about 51.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.5 mi from Columbia, TN · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.5 miles from Columbia, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dyersburg, TN
The final approach into Dyersburg, 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 Dyersburg, 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
$23.85 one way
$47.69 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $26.29 | $52.58 |
| premium | $4.80 | $29.64 | $59.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.88 | $69.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.1 | 0 | $16.49 | $7.54 |
| Efficient EV | 39.3 | 0 | $13.74 | $6.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.8 | 0 | $21.98 | $10.05 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Dyersburg, TN
Evening in Dyersburg on Sunday
Local time
6:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 7m 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 Columbia, TN to Dyersburg, TN covers 157 miles and takes about 3h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Linden Highway, US 412, Hampshire Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.5 miles from Columbia, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.85 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 157 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 100.6 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.6 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Columbia, TN to Dyersburg, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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