Origin
Jonesborough, TN
Evening in Jonesborough on Sunday
Local time
8:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jonesborough, TN to Jackson, TN
Drive Time
6h 3m
Distance
400.2 mi
644 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 50m
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6 AM
6h 3m
8 AM
6h 29m
10 AM
6h 12m
12 PM
6h 10m
3 PM
6h 13m
5 PM
6h 28m
8 PM
5h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jonesborough, TN
Kelly
Jackson, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Jonesborough, TN to Jackson, TN covers 400.2 miles and takes about 6h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West College Street, North 2nd Avenue, West Jackson Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.79 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
200.1 miles from Jonesborough, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 3m drive with frequent turns across 400.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West College Street 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
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 3m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jonesborough, TN to Jackson, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West College Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 2nd Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Jackson Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Andrew Johnson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Nashville | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 24 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West College Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesborough, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on North Cherokee Street
436 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Cherokee Street
2
Turn left onto West College Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
West College Street
3
Turn right onto North 2nd Avenue
509 ft
·
22 sec
·
North 2nd Avenue
4
Turn left onto West Jackson Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Jackson Boulevard
5
Continue on Andrew Johnson Highway
35 mi
·
42 min
·
Andrew Johnson Highway
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
7
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
23 min
8
Continue on I 40 West: Knoxville
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 40 West: Knoxville
9
Merge slight left
53 mi
·
59 min
10
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
155 mi
·
2 hr 46 min
·
Nashville
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
13
Merge slight right onto Downtown Loop
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Downtown Loop
14
Continue on Downtown Loop
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Memphis
121 mi
·
2 hr 10 min
·
I 40 West: Memphis
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 70, US 412 East
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 70, US 412 East
17
Turn left
4.2 mi
·
6 min
18
Turn left
1.8 mi
·
2 min
19
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 200.1 miles from Jonesborough, TN, or about 3h 1m 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 88 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 200.1 miles or 3h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 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 Jonesborough, 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 Jonesborough, TN
This is one driving day of about 400.2 miles and 6h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 88 miles from Jonesborough, 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 200.1 mi from Jonesborough, TN · 3h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
200 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 88 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 200.1 miles from Jonesborough, 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
$60.79 one way
$121.57 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
140 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $67.01 | $134.02 |
| premium | $4.80 | $75.55 | $151.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $88.91 | $177.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 140 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 120.1 | 1 | $42.02 | $19.21 |
| Efficient EV | 100.1 | 1 | $35.02 | $16.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 160.1 | 2 | $56.03 | $25.61 |
Gas CO2
140 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (66% 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
Evening in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
200 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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 3m 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 Jonesborough, TN to Jackson, TN covers 400.2 miles and takes about 6h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West College Street, North 2nd Avenue, West Jackson Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 200.1 miles from Jonesborough, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.79 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 3m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jonesborough, TN to Jackson, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jonesborough, TN to Jackson, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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