Origin
Oliver Springs, TN
Evening in Oliver Springs on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oliver Springs, TN to Jackson, TN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
5h 14m
Distance
285.4 mi
459 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 1m
★
6 AM
5h 14m
8 AM
5h 41m
10 AM
5h 24m
12 PM
5h 21m
3 PM
5h 25m
5 PM
5h 40m
8 PM
5h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oliver Springs, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Oliver Springs to Jackson covers 285.4 miles of Tennessee landscape, typically taking about 5 hours and 14 minutes to complete. Because this journey is entirely contained within the Southeast, you will find a consistent regional feel as you traverse the state. With a direct highway-focused profile, this trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $43 for fuel to cover the distance. Whether you are heading west for business or a change of scenery, the route is straightforward enough that you won't need to worry about an overnight split.
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
142.7 miles from Oliver Springs, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed transit experience, as 92% of this route relies on major highways including I-40, Harriman Highway, and US 70. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent on a single 257.9-mile stretch along I-40, which defines the character of the drive as a purposeful interstate run. While you start by navigating local connections, the transition to the main artery is quick and keeps the pace steady. This isn't a technical, winding backroad journey; it is a utilitarian drive designed to get you from point A to point B with maximum efficiency.
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 257.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Harriman Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.8 miles in near I 40.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 285.4 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 17.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.2 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
17.8 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
152.2 mi into trip
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~2h 45m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
8
154.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m 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
5
154.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
|
I 40 / Downtown Loop
Merge onto I 40 / Downtown Loop
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
157.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m in
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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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oliver Springs, TN and Jackson, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.
Memphis
154.4 mi in
|
~2h 49m
|
via I 40
Louisville
155.4 mi in
|
~2h 50m
|
via I 40
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 257.9 mi | 4h 39m |
| Harriman Highway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| US 70 | 6 mi | 8m |
| North Roane Street | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Downtown Loop | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Hannah Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| East Tri County Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 257.9 mi, about 4h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oliver Springs, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on Winter Gap Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Winter Gap Road
2
Turn left onto SR 61
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tri County Boulevard
3
Continue on SR 61
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Harriman Highway
4
Merge onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
Bitter Creek Highway
5
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Harriman Highway
6
Continue on US 27
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hannah Highway
7
Continue on US 27
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Roane Street
8
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
9
Merge onto I 40
134 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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 straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
Merge onto I 40
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 40
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
Exit 210A
Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
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.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
16
Turn left onto US 70
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 70
17
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
18
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 5-hour trek. Since the longest stretch spans nearly 258 miles on I-40, you should check your fuel levels before merging onto the interstate to ensure you aren't forced to stop at inconvenient intervals. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential congestion on the main highway corridors. Because this route is highly efficient, you have the flexibility to make your stop whenever you feel a dip in energy. Keep an eye on your mileage against your fuel budget of $43 to ensure you stay on track throughout the 285.4-mile trip.
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 142.7 miles from Oliver Springs, TN, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 257.9 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 63 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.7 miles or 2h 35m 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 16m
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 Oliver Springs, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Oliver Springs, TN
This is one driving day of about 285.4 miles and 5h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Oliver Springs, 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 257.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 142.7 mi from Oliver Springs, TN · 2h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 142.7 miles from Oliver Springs, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 257.9 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
$44.62 one way
$89.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
100 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $48.99 | $97.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $54.92 | $109.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.01 | $126.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.6 | 1 | $29.97 | $13.70 |
| Efficient EV | 71.4 | 0 | $24.97 | $11.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.2 | 1 | $39.96 | $18.27 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Evening in Jackson on Wednesday
Local time
6:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 5 to 10 mph
45% chance
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
34 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 14m 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 Oliver Springs, TN to Jackson, TN covers 285.4 miles and takes about 5h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Harriman Highway, US 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 142.7 miles from Oliver Springs, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.62 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 285.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.2 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Oliver Springs, TN and Jackson, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.
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