Origin
Jackson, TN
Afternoon in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
3:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, TN to Ashland City, TN
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
125.6 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 20m
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6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackson, TN
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Ashland City, TN
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Trip Overview
Connecting Jackson to Ashland City is a straightforward 125.6-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Tennessee, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. This trip is perfectly manageable as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, it is an affordable way to traverse the state. You will primarily utilize I-40, eventually transitioning onto Whitehall Street and Sams Creek Road as you near your destination. It is a practical, efficient route for anyone looking to bridge these two Tennessee points without unnecessary complexity.
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
62.8 miles from Jackson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 83% of this route is comprised of high-speed transit. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-40, which accounts for a substantial 100.8-mile stretch of the journey. This initial phase allows you to make consistent time before the drive transitions into local roads like Whitehall Street and Sams Creek Road. While the interstate portion is designed for efficiency and steady speeds, the final segments offer a shift in pace as you navigate off the main highway. Being behind the wheel requires a focus on sustained interstate driving followed by a brief navigation through local road networks to arrive in Ashland City.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 100.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Sams Creek Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near I 40.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Jackson, TN to Ashland City, TN is easy. At 2h 30m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.8 miles (SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.8 mi into trip
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~10m 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.
8
107.5 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward SR 249: Kingston Springs, Ashland City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 188
Toward SR 249: Kingston Springs, Ashland City
4
107.8 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road
Turn left onto SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road
Navigation decision point
4
108.2 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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SR 249 / East Kingston Spring
Turn right onto SR 249 / East Kingston Spring
Navigation decision point
5
124.6 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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SR 49; SR 249
At end of road, turn right onto SR 49; SR 249
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 100.8 mi | 1h 47m |
| Sams Creek Road | 9.9 mi | 17m |
| Whitehall Street | 4 mi | 6m |
| River Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| East Kingston Spring | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| US 70 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| SR 49 | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 100.8 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Ashland City, TN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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East Main Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
3
Turn right onto US 70
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Whitehall Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
101 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 188
Toward SR 249: Kingston Springs, Ashland City
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto SR 249
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Luyben Hills Road
8
Turn right onto SR 249
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
East Kingston Spring
9
At end of road, turn right onto US 70; SR 249
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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US 70; SR 249
10
Turn left onto SR 249
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
Sams Creek Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto SR 249
3.8 mi
·
6 min
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River Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto SR 49; SR 249
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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SR 49; SR 249
13
At end of road, turn right onto TN 12; TN 49; TN 249
57 ft
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0 sec
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South Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
TN 12; TN 49; TN 249
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 2.5-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for a single stop during the 125.6-mile trip is a smart way to break up the monotony of the long I-40 stretch. Keep in mind that the majority of your fuel budget will be consumed on the interstate, so consider topping off your tank before merging onto I-40 to avoid mid-trip delays. Because most of your travel is highway-based, check traffic reports for the I-40 corridor before you head out to ensure a smooth transition to the local roads. Embracing the single-stop strategy will help you arrive in Ashland City feeling refreshed rather than fatigued from the road.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.8 miles from Jackson, TN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.8 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 10m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ashland City, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jackson, 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 Jackson, TN
This is one driving day of about 125.6 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jackson, 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 I 40 for about 100.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.8 mi from Jackson, TN · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 62.8 miles from Jackson, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.8 miles.
Arriving in Ashland City, TN
The final approach into Ashland City, 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 Ashland City, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.08 one way
$38.15 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.03 | $42.06 |
| premium | $4.80 | $23.71 | $47.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.90 | $55.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.19 | $6.03 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.58 | $8.04 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Ashland City, TN
Afternoon in Ashland City on Sunday
Local time
3:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
22 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
2h 30m 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 Jackson, TN to Ashland City, TN covers 125.6 miles and takes about 2h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Sams Creek Road, Whitehall Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.8 miles from Jackson, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.08 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.
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 Jackson, TN to Ashland City, TN is easy. At 2h 30m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.8 miles (SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jackson, TN to Ashland City, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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