Origin
Ridgely, TN
Evening in Ridgely on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ridgely, TN to Jackson, TN
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
66.2 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ridgely, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ridgely, TN to Jackson, TN covers 66.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 412, State Route 78, I 155 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.8 miles on US 412. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.1 miles from Ridgely, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 66.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 412 and State Route 78. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.8 miles on US 412.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 412 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and State Route 78. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Depot Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Poplar Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Depot Street
Turn right onto Depot Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Poplar Street
Turn left onto Poplar Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.5 mi into trip
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~22m in
Turn left toward Union City
Navigation decision point
Toward Union City
6
18.2 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 412
Take the exit onto US 412 toward US 51 South, US 412 East: Dyersburg, Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15
Toward US 51 South, US 412 East: Dyersburg, Jac...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ridgely, TN to Jackson, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Union City along the way.
Union City
15.5 mi in
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~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 412 | 44.8 mi | 54m |
| State Route 78 | 14.1 mi | 19m |
| I 155 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| US 45 Bypass | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Airways Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Poplar Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lake Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 44.8 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridgely, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Depot Street
155 ft
·
6 sec
·
Depot Street
3
Turn right onto South Main Street
211 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Turn left onto Poplar Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Poplar Street
5
Turn right onto TN 78
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Headden Drive
6
Continue on TN 78
14 mi
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19 min
·
State Route 78
7
Continue on TN 78
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Road
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Union City
9
Merge onto I 155; US 412
2.3 mi
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2 min
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I 155; US 412
10
Take the exit onto US 412
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 412
Exit 15
Toward US 51 South, US 412 East: Dyersburg, Jackson
11
Continue on US 412
31 mi
·
38 min
·
US 412
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
13
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 Bypass
14
Turn left onto Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airways Boulevard
15
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.1 miles from Ridgely, TN, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.8 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 66.2 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 12m
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 Ridgely, 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 Ridgely, TN
This is one driving day of about 66.2 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ridgely, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 412 for about 44.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from Ridgely, TN · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Ridgely, 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
$10.35 one way
$20.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.36 | $22.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.62 | $29.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.95 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Evening in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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
1h 26m 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 Ridgely, TN to Jackson, TN covers 66.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, State Route 78, I 155. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 miles from Ridgely, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.35 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Poplar Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Ridgely, TN to Jackson, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Union City along the way.
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