The drive from Jackson, TN to Collierville, TN covers 78.7 miles and takes about 1h 32m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway, US 45 Bypass for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.5 miles on I 40.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.4 miles from Jackson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 78.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 32m highway drive covering 78.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.5 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 54.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 45 Bypass.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 45 Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.6 mi into trip|~2m in|US 45 Bypass
Turn right onto US 45 Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
59.8 mi into trip|~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Collierville, Millington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 24-25
Toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Coll...
6
60.1 mi into trip|~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 269, TN 385
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 269, TN 385
9
61 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, Mississippi
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 24A
Toward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, Miss...
8
77 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward TN 57 West: Collierville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TN 57 West: Collierville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jackson, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Millington and Mississippi.
Millington
59.8 mi in|~1h 6m
Mississippi
61 mi in|~1h 9m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
54.5 mi
58m
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
15.4 mi
17m
US 45 Bypass
3.4 mi
4m
TN 57
1.4 mi
3m
Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
East Main Street
0.6 mi
1m
North Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Paul W Barret Parkway
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 54.5 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Collierville, TN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Main Street
2
Continue on Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi·1 min·Airways Boulevard
3
Turn right onto US 45 Bypass
3.4 mi·4 min·US 45 Bypass
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
5
Merge onto I 40; US 412
55 mi·58 min·I 40; US 412
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 24-25Toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Collierville, Millington
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 269, TN 385
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 269 East, TN 385 East: Collierville
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 24AToward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, MississippiUse the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 269
401 ft·5 sec·Paul W Barret Parkway
11
Continue on I 269
15 mi·17 min·Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward TN 57: Collierville, Piperton
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward TN 57 West: ColliervilleUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto TN 57
1.4 mi·3 min·TN 57
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·North Main Street
16
Turn right onto North Rowlett Street
71 ft·3 sec·North Rowlett Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Rowlett Street
Trip Plan
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 39.4 miles from Jackson, TN, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.4 miles or 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 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collierville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jackson, TN
This is one driving day of about 78.7 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Jackson, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 54.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.4 mi from Jackson, TN
· 45m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.30 one way
$24.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.51
$27.02
premium
$4.89
$15.15
$30.29
diesel
$5.61
$17.38
$34.75
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: 27.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.6
0
$8.26
$3.78
Efficient EV
19.7
0
$6.89
$3.15
EV Truck/SUV
31.5
0
$11.02
$5.04
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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Jackson, TN
Night
in Jackson on Friday
Local time
11:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 5 to 10 mph51% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Collierville, TN
Night
in Collierville on Friday
Local time
11:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Oakland, TN
39 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
28 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
1h 32m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Collierville, TN covers 78.7 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway, US 45 Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.4 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 $12.30 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 45 Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jackson, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Millington and Mississippi.
