Trip from Jackson, TN to Plainview, TN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 6m

Distance

166.2 mi

267 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 55m ★

6 AM

3h 7m

8 AM

3h 30m

10 AM

3h 15m

12 PM

3h 12m

3 PM

3h 16m

5 PM

3h 29m

8 PM

3h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Jackson, TN to Plainview, TN covers 166.2 miles and takes about 3h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, I 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.2 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.98 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

83.1 miles from Jackson, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 166.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 6m highway drive covering 166.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 89.2 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 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 89.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 96 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 166.2 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 96 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.7 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 149 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

96 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin

5

96.7 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

149 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 53A Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

5

149.7 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in | I 24

Merge onto I 24

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

163.3 mi into trip | ~2h 59m in

Take the exit toward Buchanan, Epps Mill Road

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 89 Toward Buchanan, Epps Mill Road

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 Plainview, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.

Franklin

96 mi in | ~1h 45m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	89.2 mi	1h 35m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway	52.2 mi	55m
I 24	13.5 mi	14m
Whitehall Street	4 mi	6m
US 70	1.8 mi	2m
Epps Mill Road	1.3 mi	3m
Plainview Road	1.3 mi	3m
East Main Street	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 89.2 mi, about 1h 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Plainview, 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

89 mi · 1 hr 35 min · I 40

6

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin

7

Merge onto I 840

52 mi · 55 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 2 min

Exit 53A Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.

9

Merge onto I 24

14 mi · 14 min · I 24

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 89 Toward Buchanan, Epps Mill Road Use the slight right lane.

11

Turn slight right onto Epps Mill Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Epps Mill Road

12

Continue on Epps Mill Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Epps Mill Road

13

Turn left onto Plainview Road

1.3 mi · 3 min · Plainview Road

14

Arrive at destination

Plainview Road

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 83.1 miles from Jackson, TN, or about 1h 31m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.2 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 37 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 83.1 miles or 1h 31m 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 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plainview, 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 166.2 miles and 3h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 89.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 83.1 mi from Jackson, TN · 1h 31m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dickson, TN

83 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

Franklin, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Franklin, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 83.1 miles from Jackson, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Plainview, TN

The final approach into Plainview, 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 Plainview, TN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Stones River National Battlefield

National Battlefield

The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 149

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.98 one way

$51.97 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$28.53	$57.06
premium	$4.89	$31.98	$63.97
diesel	$5.61	$36.69	$73.39

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	49.9	$17.45	$7.98
Efficient EV	41.6	$14.54	$6.65
EV Truck/SUV	66.5	$23.27	$10.64

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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

Afternoon in Jackson on Thursday

Local time

3:10 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Plainview, TN

Afternoon in Plainview on Thursday

Local time

3:10 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°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

25 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

3h 6m 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 Plainview, TN covers 166.2 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 83.1 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 $25.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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 166.2 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 96 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.7 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 149 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

On the drive from Jackson, TN to Plainview, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.

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Trip from Jackson, TN to Plainview, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Plainview, TN

National Parks Near This Route

Stones River National Battlefield

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Jackson, TN

Plainview, TN

Same local time

25 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 6m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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