Origin
Jackson, TN
Night in Jackson on Thursday
Local time
10:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, TN to Halls, TN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
69.2 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 29m
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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Halls, TN
Robert Schwarz
Trip Overview
The drive from Jackson, TN to Halls, TN covers 69.2 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, US 641, Liberty Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.8 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.82 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
34.6 miles from Jackson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 69.2 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 (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 32m highway drive covering 69.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and US 641. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.8 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 15 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 38.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 641. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 45.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 69.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 45.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles (Liberty Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
45.5 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 126
Toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
8
45.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 126
Toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
4
65.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Liberty Road
Turn left onto Liberty Road
Navigation decision point
4
67.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
Liberty Road
At end of road, turn right onto Liberty Road
Navigation decision point
5
69.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
Big Sandy River Road
At end of road, turn left onto Big Sandy River Road
Navigation decision point
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 Halls, TN, road signs point toward Paris and Parsons.
Paris
45.5 mi in
|
~51m
Parsons
45.5 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 38.8 mi | 41m |
| US 641 | 19.4 mi | 24m |
| Liberty Road | 4.1 mi | 16m |
| Whitehall Street | 4 mi | 6m |
| US 70 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Big Sandy River Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 38.8 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Halls, 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
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 40
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 126
Toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
7
Keep slight left at fork
187 ft
·
5 sec
Exit 126
Toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
8
Merge onto US 641
19 mi
·
24 min
·
US 641
9
Turn left onto Liberty Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Liberty Road
10
Continue on Liberty Road
2.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Liberty Road
11
Continue on Liberty Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto Liberty Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Liberty Road
13
Continue on Liberty Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto Big Sandy River Road
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Big Sandy River Road
15
Arrive at destination
Big Sandy River Road
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 34.6 miles from Jackson, TN, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.8 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 15 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 miles or 39m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halls, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 69.2 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 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 38.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from Jackson, TN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Jackson, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Halls, TN
The final approach into Halls, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.82 one way
$21.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.32 | $26.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.28 | $30.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Halls, TN
Night in Halls on Thursday
Local time
10:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Parsons, TN
35 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
24 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
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 Halls, TN covers 69.2 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, US 641, Liberty Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.6 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 $10.82 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 69.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 45.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles (Liberty Road): Navigation decision point.
Between Jackson, TN and Halls, TN, road signs point toward Paris and Parsons.
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