Trip from Morristown, TN to Jackson, TN

Drive Time

6h 29m

Distance

348.4 mi

561 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 17m ★

6 AM

6h 29m

8 AM

6h 54m

10 AM

6h 38m

12 PM

6h 35m

3 PM

6h 39m

5 PM

6h 53m

8 PM

6h 22m

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

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Morristown, TN

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Jackson, TN

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Trip Overview

Crossing Tennessee from Morristown to Jackson requires covering 348.4 miles, a journey that typically takes about 6 hours and 29 minutes of drive time. Because the vast majority of this trip utilizes I-40, it is a very straightforward, highway-focused drive that can realistically be completed in a single day. You should budget approximately $53 for fuel to complete the transit across the state. While the route connects the Southeast region from one end to the other, the consistency of the interstate makes it a reliable choice for travelers who prioritize efficiency over local detours. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, you might consider an overnight split, but most drivers will find this a manageable day trip.

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

174.2 miles from Morristown, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as 89% of your journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time—specifically a 303.9-mile stretch—on I-40, which serves as the backbone of this cross-state transit. While you begin your departure via the Andrew Johnson Highway and West Andrew Johnson Highway, the transition to the interstate is quick and defines the remainder of the experience. This is a classic interstate grind, characterized by steady speeds and consistent road conditions rather than technical turns or winding local lanes. Staying focused during that long, uninterrupted interstate segment is the primary challenge of the drive.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 19 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 303.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Andrew Johnson Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 348.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 215.2 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

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

34.5 mi into trip | ~43m in

Take the exit toward US 25W North, I 40 West

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

Toward US 25W North, I 40 West

60.4 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Nashville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward Nashville

215.2 mi into trip | ~4h in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Exit 213B Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville

217.4 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis

220.7 mi into trip | ~4h 8m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 West: Memphis

Towns Along This Route

Between Morristown, TN and Jackson, TN, road signs point toward Nashville, Memphis and Louisville.

Nashville

60.4 mi in | ~1h 14m | via I 40

Memphis

217.4 mi in | ~4h 3m | via I 40

Louisville

218.5 mi in | ~4h 5m | via I 40

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	303.9 mi	5h 31m
Andrew Johnson Highway	13.9 mi	15m
West Andrew Johnson Highway	12.5 mi	17m
US 70	6 mi	8m
Asheville Highway	5.9 mi	6m
Downtown Loop	2.9 mi	3m
West Broadway Boulevard	1.4 mi	1m
West 1st North Street	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 303.9 mi, about 5h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morristown, TN and Jackson, TN.

Start on North Henry Street

125 ft · 9 sec · North Henry Street

Turn right onto SR 66

0.8 mi · 1 min · West 1st North Street

Continue on SR 66

12 mi · 17 min · West Andrew Johnson Highway

Continue on US 11E

1.4 mi · 1 min · West Broadway Boulevard

Continue on US 11E

14 mi · 15 min · Andrew Johnson Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 11E; US 25W; US 70

5.9 mi · 6 min · Asheville Highway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward US 25W North, I 40 West

Merge onto I 40; US 25W

26 mi · 30 min · I 40; US 25W

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

155 mi · 2 hr 46 min · I 40

Toward Nashville Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

2.1 mi · 3 min · I 40

Exit 213B Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

0.4 mi · 42 sec · I 40

Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 40

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Downtown Loop

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 40

2.3 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop

Exit 210A Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

121 mi · 2 hr 10 min · I 40

Toward I 40 West: Memphis Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Toward US 70, US 412 East

Turn left onto US 70

4.2 mi · 6 min · US 70

Turn left onto US 70

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 70

Turn right onto East Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Main Street

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 348.4-mile trek, aim for an early morning departure to avoid potential congestion on the interstate corridors. Although the route is short enough for a single day, planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you manage the fatigue that comes with such a long, sustained stretch on I-40. Keep your fuel budget of $53 in mind, but ensure you fill up before hitting the longest 303.9-mile highway segment to avoid paying premium prices at high-traffic rest areas. Because the route is so heavily dependent on one main road, check for construction or traffic alerts on I-40 before you pull out of Morristown. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't hesitate to pull over for a break if the interstate traffic becomes heavy.

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 174.2 miles from Morristown, TN, or about 3h 16m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 303.9 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 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 174.2 miles or 3h 16m 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 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Morristown, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Morristown, TN

This is one driving day of about 348.4 miles and 6h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morristown, 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 303.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 174.2 mi from Morristown, TN · 3h 16m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hendersonville, TN

174 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

Johnson, TN

Fuel and coffee

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

Hendersonville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 174.2 miles from Morristown, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 303.9 miles.

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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.92 one way

$105.84 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 122 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$58.34	$116.67
premium	$4.80	$65.77	$131.54
diesel	$5.64	$77.40	$154.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$53

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 121.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	104.5	1	$36.58	$16.72
Efficient EV	87.1	0	$30.48	$13.94
EV Truck/SUV	139.4	1	$48.78	$22.30

Gas CO2

122 kg

EV CO2

41 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Morristown, TN

Evening in Morristown on Sunday

Local time

6:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jackson, TN

Evening in Jackson on Sunday

Local time

5:05 PM

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

5 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 29m 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 Morristown, TN to Jackson, TN covers 348.4 miles and takes about 6h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, Andrew Johnson Highway, West Andrew Johnson Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 174.2 miles from Morristown, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.92 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.

Between Morristown, TN and Jackson, TN, road signs point toward Nashville, Memphis and Louisville.

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Trip from Morristown, TN to Jackson, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Jackson, TN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Morristown, TN

Jackson, TN

1 hour earlier

5 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 29m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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