Origin
Martin, TN
Night in Martin on Friday
Local time
9:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Martin, TN to Jackson, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
59.1 mi
95 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martin, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
This 59.1-mile drive from Martin, TN to Jackson, TN is a straightforward trip perfectly suited for a single day. You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes, making it an easy excursion. The route primarily utilizes Elm Street and US 45W Bypass/US 45W, offering a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $9, this is an economical option for exploring within the Southeast region. Since it's a short drive, there's no need to plan for an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 59.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive presents a mixed profile, with about 50% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 19.6 miles along Elm Street, which might feel like a more local road experience before transitioning to the more substantial US 45W Bypass and US 45W. This blend means you'll likely experience varying speed limits and traffic patterns throughout the 1 hour and 18-minute trip. It's not a purely monotonous highway grind, nor is it a purely rural byway; rather, it offers a bit of both as you make your way south.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Elm Street is the longest continuous segment at about 19.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 45E Business; SR 431 / University Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Martin, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 1h 18m with 50% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 45E Business; SR 431 / University Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 45E Business / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.9 miles (TN 54 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 45E Business; SR 431 / University Street
Turn right onto US 45E Business; SR 431 / University Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 45E Business / Elm Street
Turn left onto US 45E Business / Elm Street
Navigation decision point
3
19.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
TN 54 / West Main Street
Turn right onto TN 54 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
27.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 45W; TN 54
At end of road, turn left onto US 45W; TN 54
Navigation decision point
4
39.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 45W Bypass; US 70A Bypass; US 79 Bypass
Turn left onto US 45W Bypass; US 70A Bypass; US 79 Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Elm Street | 19.6 mi | 23m |
| US 45W Bypass | 17.8 mi | 23m |
| US 45W | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Bradford Highway | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Trenton Highway | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Airways Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Halliburton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Elm Street
— 19.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Martin, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on US 45E Business
489 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Lindell Street
2
Turn right onto US 45E Business; SR 431
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
University Street
3
Turn left onto US 45E Business
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Elm Street
4
Turn right onto TN 54
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
5
Continue on TN 54
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Trenton Highway
6
Continue on TN 54
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Bradford Highway
7
Continue on TN 54
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Halliburton Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 45W; TN 54
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 45W; TN 54
9
Turn left onto US 45W Bypass; US 70A Bypass; US 79 Bypass
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 45W Bypass; US 70A Bypass; US 79 Bypass
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airways Boulevard
11
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Martin, TN · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Martin, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.24 one way
$18.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.14 | $20.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.37 | $22.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Jackson, TN
Night in Jackson on Friday
Local time
9:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Trenton, TN
30 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 18m 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 Martin, TN to Jackson, TN covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Elm Street, US 45W Bypass, US 45W. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from Martin, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.24 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.
The drive from Martin, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 1h 18m with 50% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 45E Business; SR 431 / University Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 45E Business / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.9 miles (TN 54 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Martin, TN to Jackson, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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