Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
117.8 mi
190 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Greenbrier, TN
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The drive from Jackson, TN to Greenbrier, TN covers 117.8 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Spring Street, SR 48 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.3 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.42 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
58.9 miles from Jackson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 117.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 2h 25m highway drive covering 117.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Spring Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 76.3 miles on I 40.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Spring Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 70.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jackson, TN to Greenbrier, TN is easy. At 2h 25m with 74% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 83 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.3 miles (SR 48): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward SR 48: Centerville, Dickson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto SR 48
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 70 Business / West College Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 48 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jackson, TN to Greenbrier, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dickson along the way.
Dickson
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 76.3 mi | 1h 21m |
| Spring Street | 17.6 mi | 25m |
| SR 48 | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| North Main Street | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Whitehall Street | 4 mi | 6m |
| US 70 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West College Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Greenbrier, TN.
Start on East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Turn right onto US 70
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 48
Turn left onto US 70 Business
Turn right onto SR 48
Turn right onto SR 49
Arrive at destination
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 26 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.9 miles or 1h 5m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenbrier, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Jackson, 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 Jackson, TN
This is one driving day of about 117.8 miles and 2h 25m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.9 mi from Jackson, TN · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 58.9 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 76.3 miles.
The final approach into Greenbrier, 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 Greenbrier, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$18.42 one way
$36.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.22 | $40.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.67 | $45.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.01 | $52.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.37 | $5.65 |
| Efficient EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.31 | $4.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.1 | 0 | $16.49 | $7.54 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Jackson on Thursday
Local time
5:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Greenbrier on Thursday
Local time
5:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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