Trip from Hohenwald, TN to Jackson, TN

Drive Time

1h 35m

Distance

80.8 mi

130 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Hohenwald, TN, TN

Hohenwald, TN

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Downtown Jackson, TN, TN

Jackson, TN

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Hohenwald to Jackson, Tennessee, you are looking at a straightforward 79.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes to complete. This route serves perfectly as a quick day trip, as the total duration is short enough that you won't need to worry about an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast locations. Because the trip is relatively brief and direct, it offers a great deal of flexibility for your schedule. It is an ideal option if you need to transit between these points without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

40.4 miles from Hohenwald, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate via Linden Highway, West Church Street, and Law Road, which keeps the pace steady but requires your full attention at the wheel. The road's personality is defined by its local character, moving you through the Tennessee landscape without the monotony of a major expressway. Since there are no major highway stretches, the drive remains consistent and intimate throughout the entire 79.5-mile span. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience where the curves and local road conditions dictate your speed.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

975 ft 392 ft

Total Climb

603 ft

Total Descent

1,169 ft

Highest Point

975 ft

Elevation Range

583 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 66.6 miles in near SR 152 / Law Road.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Hohenwald, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 1h 35m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 66.6 miles (SR 152 / Law Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 67.6 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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66.6 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | SR 152 / Law Road

Turn right onto SR 152 / Law Road

Navigation decision point

5
67.4 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

3
67.6 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in | I 40

Merge onto I 40

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
73.9 mi into trip | ~1h 25m 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
3
80.1 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | East Main Street

Turn right onto East Main Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Linden Highway 51.3 mi 59m
US 412 10.5 mi 11m
I 40 6.3 mi 6m
US 70 6 mi 8m
East Main Street 3.3 mi 4m
West Church Sttreet 2.2 mi 2m
Law Road 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Linden Highway — 51.3 mi, about 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hohenwald, TN and Jackson, TN.

1

Start on US 412

2.6 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
2

Continue on US 412

51 mi · 59 min · Linden Highway
3

Continue on US 412

2.2 mi · 2 min · West Church Sttreet
4

Continue on US 412

10 mi · 11 min · US 412
5

Turn right onto SR 152

0.8 mi · 1 min · Law Road
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
7

Merge onto I 40

6.3 mi · 6 min · I 40
8

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
9

Turn left onto US 70

4.2 mi · 6 min · US 70
10

Turn left onto US 70

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 70
11

Turn right onto East Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
12

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

Because this drive is only 1 hour and 35 minutes long, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best suits your daily agenda. You won't need to worry about planning formal rest breaks given the short duration, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more demanding than a straight shot on an interstate. Since there are no scheduled stops in the data, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Hohenwald to avoid any mid-trip stress. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation tools ready, as the reliance on local roads like Law Road and West Church Street means you will be making several turns to reach Jackson efficiently.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.4 miles from Hohenwald, TN, or about 46m 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 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.4 miles or 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 19m

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 Hohenwald, 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 Hohenwald, TN

This is one driving day of about 80.8 miles and 1h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hohenwald, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
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 40.4 mi from Hohenwald, TN · 46m into the drive

Downtown Clarksville, TN, TN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clarksville, TN

40 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

Mount Carmel, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clarksville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Hohenwald, 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

$12.27 one way

$24.55 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $13.53 $27.06
premium $4.80 $15.25 $30.51
diesel $5.64 $17.95 $35.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.2 0 $8.48 $3.88
Efficient EV 20.2 0 $7.07 $3.23
EV Truck/SUV 32.3 0 $11.31 $5.17

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Hohenwald, TN

Evening in Hohenwald on Sunday

Local time

6:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jackson, TN

Evening in Jackson on Sunday

Local time

6:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 35m 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 Hohenwald, TN to Jackson, TN covers 80.8 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Linden Highway, US 412, I 40. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.4 miles from Hohenwald, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.27 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 Hohenwald, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 1h 35m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 66.6 miles (SR 152 / Law Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 67.6 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Hohenwald, TN to Jackson, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 392 ft to 975 ft elevation with about 603 ft of total climbing.

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