Origin
Jefferson City, TN
Afternoon in Jefferson City on Monday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jefferson City, TN to Jackson, TN
Drive Time
5h 3m
Distance
335.5 mi
540 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 50m
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6 AM
5h 3m
8 AM
5h 30m
10 AM
5h 13m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 29m
8 PM
4h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson City, TN
Kelly
Jackson, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Jefferson City, TN to Jackson, TN covers 335.5 miles and takes about 5h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Broadway Boulevard, Andrew Johnson Highway, Asheville Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
167.8 miles from Jefferson City, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 3m drive with frequent turns across 335.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 3m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jefferson City, TN to Jackson, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Andrew Johnson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Asheville Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 25W North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Nashville | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 24 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on Russell Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Russell Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Broadway Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Boulevard
3
Continue on Andrew Johnson Highway
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Andrew Johnson Highway
4
Continue on Asheville Highway
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Asheville Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 25W North, I 40 West
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 25W North, I 40 West
6
Merge slight right
26 mi
·
30 min
7
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
155 mi
·
2 hr 46 min
·
Nashville
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
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I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
10
Merge slight right onto Downtown Loop
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Downtown Loop
11
Continue on Downtown Loop
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Memphis
121 mi
·
2 hr 10 min
·
I 40 West: Memphis
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 70, US 412 East
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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US 70, US 412 East
14
Turn left
4.2 mi
·
6 min
15
Turn left
1.8 mi
·
2 min
16
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
17
Arrive at your destination
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 167.8 miles from Jefferson City, TN, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 167.8 miles or 2h 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 4h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jefferson City, 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 Jefferson City, TN
This is one driving day of about 335.5 miles and 5h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jefferson City, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 167.8 mi from Jefferson City, TN · 2h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
168 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 167.8 miles from Jefferson City, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jackson, TN
The final approach into Jackson, 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 Jackson, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.96 one way
$101.92 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $56.18 | $112.35 |
| premium | $4.80 | $63.34 | $126.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $74.54 | $149.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.6 | 1 | $35.23 | $16.10 |
| Efficient EV | 83.9 | 0 | $29.36 | $13.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.2 | 1 | $46.97 | $21.47 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Jackson, TN
Morning in Jackson on Monday
Local time
11:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 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
5h 3m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jefferson City, TN to Jackson, TN covers 335.5 miles and takes about 5h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway Boulevard, Andrew Johnson Highway, Asheville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 167.8 miles from Jefferson City, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.96 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 3m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jefferson City, TN to Jackson, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jefferson City, TN to Jackson, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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