Origin
Johnson, TN
Late night in Johnson on Wednesday
Local time
1:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnson, TN to Selmer, TN
Data updated 32 minutes ago
Drive Time
6h 6m
Distance
301.1 mi
485 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 53m
★
6 AM
6h 6m
8 AM
6h 32m
10 AM
6h 15m
12 PM
6h 13m
3 PM
6h 17m
5 PM
6h 31m
8 PM
5h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johnson, TN
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Selmer, TN
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Trip Overview
This 301.1-mile journey from Johnson, TN to Selmer, TN is a solid day trip, estimated to take around 6 hours and 6 minutes of driving time. You'll be navigating primarily via I-75, I-24, and US-64, with about half of the drive on major highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $47, this route offers a straightforward path across Tennessee. Plan for one designated stop along the way to break up the drive. Overall, it’s a practical option for getting from the Southeast region of Tennessee to another part of the same state, without needing an overnight stay.
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
150.5 miles from Johnson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive offers a mixed driving experience, with 53% of the route on highways. Expect stretches of faster-paced interstate travel, interspersed with other road types. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 60.6 miles on I-75, so be prepared for some sustained highway cruising. As you progress, the character of the road will likely shift, transitioning between high-speed corridors and potentially more varied terrain as you move through different parts of Tennessee. It’s not a constant interstate grind, but a blend that keeps things interesting.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near SR 322 / Oakland Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 301.1 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 1.5 miles (SR 322 / Oakland Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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SR 322 / Oakland Road
At end of road, turn right onto SR 322 / Oakland Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.3 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
6.6 mi into trip
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~14m in
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I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
67.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
6
119.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward 41A: Monteagle, Sewanee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 134
Toward 41A: Monteagle, Sewanee
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Johnson, TN and Selmer, TN, road signs point toward Nashville, Chattanooga, 41A: Monteagle and Sewanee.
Nashville
67.2 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Chattanooga
67.9 mi in
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~1h 23m
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via I 24
41A: Monteagle
119.6 mi in
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~2h 23m
Sewanee
119.6 mi in
|
~2h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 60.6 mi | 1h 7m |
| I 24 | 51.7 mi | 1h |
| US 64 | 47.4 mi | 59m |
| Lawrenceburg Highway | 44.4 mi | 50m |
| Pulaski Highway | 31 mi | 35m |
| Winchester Highway | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| David Crockett Highway | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| Sewanee Highway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 60.6 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson, TN and Selmer, TN.
1
Start on Raby Town Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Raby Town Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 322
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Oakland Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
4
Merge onto I 75
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 24
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 24
Toward Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 134
Toward 41A: Monteagle, Sewanee
8
Turn slight right
50 ft
·
9 sec
9
Turn left onto US 41A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
10
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
David Crockett Highway
11
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Sewanee Highway
12
Continue on US 41A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sollace M Freeman Highway
13
Continue on US 41A
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Sewanee Highway
14
Continue on US 41A
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Street East
15
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Cowan Highway
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
17
Merge onto US 64
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Drive
18
Continue on US 64
13 mi
·
14 min
·
David Crockett Highway
19
Continue on US 64
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Winchester Highway
20
Continue on US 64 Business
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Mulberry Avenue
21
Continue on US 64 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
College Street East
22
Turn slight right onto US 64 Business
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Morgan Avenue North
23
Continue on US 64 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street West
24
Continue on US 64
31 mi
·
35 min
·
Pulaski Highway
25
Turn left onto US 64
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
West College Street
26
Continue on US 64
44 mi
·
50 min
·
Lawrenceburg Highway
27
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
28
Turn right onto US 64
31 mi
·
35 min
·
US 64
29
Turn slight left onto Hanna Boulevard
521 ft
·
17 sec
·
Hanna Boulevard
30
Turn right onto Water Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
31
At end of road, turn left onto US 64; SR 69
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Bridge Avenue
32
Continue on US 64; SR 22; SR 69
16 mi
·
23 min
·
US 64; SR 22; SR 69
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
334 ft
·
9 sec
34
Turn right onto US 64 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Avenue
35
Arrive at destination
US 64 Business
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Johnson, TN, to maximize daylight and arrive in Selmer, TN, at a reasonable hour. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically to coincide with the halfway point or a stretch where you'll want to refuel or stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without exits is significant. The estimated fuel cost of $47 is a good budget marker, but always factor in a little extra. Given it’s a single-day drive, you have flexibility to adjust your stop timing based on how you feel on the road.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 150.5 miles from Johnson, TN, or about 3h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.6 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.5 miles or 3h 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 4h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Selmer, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Johnson, 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 Johnson, TN
This is one driving day of about 301.1 miles and 6h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Johnson, 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 75 for about 60.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150.5 mi from Johnson, TN · 3h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 150.5 miles from Johnson, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.6 miles.
Arriving in Selmer, TN
The final approach into Selmer, 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 Selmer, 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
$47.07 one way
$94.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $51.68 | $103.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $57.94 | $115.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.48 | $132.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.3 | 1 | $31.62 | $14.45 |
| Efficient EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.35 | $12.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.4 | 1 | $42.15 | $19.27 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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
Selmer, TN
Late night in Selmer on Wednesday
Local time
12:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
4 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
6h 6m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Johnson, TN to Selmer, TN covers 301.1 miles and takes about 6h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 24, US 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 150.5 miles from Johnson, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 301.1 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 1.5 miles (SR 322 / Oakland Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Johnson, TN and Selmer, TN, road signs point toward Nashville, Chattanooga, 41A: Monteagle and Sewanee.
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