Origin
Hohenwald, TN
Evening in Hohenwald on Sunday
Local time
6:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
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1h 35m
Distance
80.8 mi
130 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
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Hohenwald, TN
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Jackson, TN
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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 .
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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
603 ft
Total Descent
1,169 ft
Highest Point
975 ft
Elevation Range
583 ft
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.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SR 152 / Law Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward US 70, US 412 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Hohenwald, TN and Jackson, TN.
Start on US 412
Continue on US 412
Continue on US 412
Continue on US 412
Turn right onto SR 152
Take the exit
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 70
Turn left onto US 70
Turn right onto East Main Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
Open the route before leaving Hohenwald, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.4 mi from Hohenwald, TN · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Hohenwald, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$12.27 one way
$24.55 round trip
| 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Hohenwald on Sunday
Local time
6:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
6:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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