The drive from Jackson, TN to Cornersville, TN covers 139.8 miles and takes about 2h 52m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 412, I 65, New Lewisburg Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98 miles on US 412.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.86 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.9 miles from Jackson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 139.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 52m highway drive covering 139.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 412 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 98 miles on US 412.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 412 is the longest continuous segment at about 98 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and I 65. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 139.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 13.2 miles (SR 152 / Law Road): Navigation decision point; at 135.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
13.1 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward 152: Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 93
Toward 152: Lexington
4
13.2 mi into trip|~17m in|SR 152 / Law Road
Turn right onto SR 152 / Law Road
Navigation decision point
5
135.6 mi into trip|~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward 129
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 27
Toward 129
6
139.5 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|US 31A; SR 129 / North Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 31A; SR 129 / North Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
139.7 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|Ruth Flye Avenue
Turn left onto Ruth Flye Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jackson, TN to Cornersville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward 152: Lexington along the way.
152: Lexington
13.1 mi in|~16m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 412
98 mi
1h 55m
I 65
10.1 mi
10m
New Lewisburg Highway
9.1 mi
13m
I 40
6.3 mi
6m
James M Campbell Boulevard West
4.3 mi
6m
Whitehall Street
4 mi
6m
Lynnville Highway
3.4 mi
6m
US 70
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 98 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Cornersville, TN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·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
6.3 mi·6 min·I 40
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 93Toward 152: Lexington
7
Turn right onto SR 152
0.7 mi·49 sec·Law Road
8
Turn left onto US 412
10 mi·11 min·US 412
9
Turn left onto US 412
7.5 mi·8 min·US 412
10
Continue on US 412;SR 114
3.5 mi·3 min·US 412;SR 114
11
Merge onto US 412; SR 114
16 mi·17 min·US 412; SR 114
12
Continue on US 412; SR 100
14 mi·16 min·US 412; SR 100
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
47 mi·56 min·US 412
14
Turn right onto SR 50
4.3 mi·6 min·James M Campbell Boulevard West
15
Continue on TN 50
9.1 mi·13 min·New Lewisburg Highway
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
17
Merge onto I 65
10 mi·10 min·I 65
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 27Toward 129
19
Turn left onto SR 129
3.4 mi·6 min·Lynnville Highway
20
Continue on SR 129
0.3 mi·33 sec·Lynnville Road
21
At end of road, turn right onto US 31A; SR 129
0.2 mi·26 sec·North Main Street
22
Turn left onto Ruth Flye Avenue
105 ft·4 sec·Ruth Flye Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Ruth Flye Avenue
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.9 miles from Jackson, TN, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98 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 31 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.9 miles or 1h 22m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cornersville, 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 139.8 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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 US 412 for about 98 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.9 mi from Jackson, TN
· 1h 22m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.86 one way
$43.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$24.00
$47.99
premium
$4.89
$26.90
$53.81
diesel
$5.61
$30.87
$61.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.9
0
$14.68
$6.71
Efficient EV
35
0
$12.23
$5.59
EV Truck/SUV
55.9
0
$19.57
$8.95
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jackson, TN
Morning
in Jackson on Saturday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cornersville, TN
Morning
in Cornersville on Saturday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
5 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 52m 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 Cornersville, TN covers 139.8 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, I 65, New Lewisburg Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.9 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 $21.86 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 139.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 13.2 miles (SR 152 / Law Road): Navigation decision point; at 135.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Jackson, TN to Cornersville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward 152: Lexington along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
