Origin
Winchester, TN
Evening in Winchester on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winchester, TN to Jackson, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 50m
Distance
198.6 mi
320 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 38m
★
6 AM
3h 51m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
4h 0m
12 PM
3h 57m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winchester, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
This 198.6-mile journey from Winchester, TN to Jackson, TN is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Lawrenceburg Highway and Pulaski Highway, with a good portion on US 641. The drive offers a mixed experience, making it a pleasant way to traverse the Southeast region of Tennessee. With an estimated fuel cost of $31, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a practical transit. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
99.3 miles from Winchester, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route presents a mixed drive, with 33% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a 44.4-mile stretch on Lawrenceburg Highway, which is the longest uninterrupted segment, offering a consistent pace. The road character shifts throughout, blending faster highway sections with more local road experiences as you progress toward Jackson. Expect a varied driving experience that keeps things interesting without being overly demanding.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lawrenceburg Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 50m drive. You will face about 14 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 (US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / South College Street): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.6 miles (TN 16 / Rowe Gap Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / South College Street
Take the exit onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / South College Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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TN 16 / Rowe Gap Road
Enter roundabout onto TN 16 / Rowe Gap Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
185.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
191.8 mi into trip
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~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward US 70, US 412 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 70, US 412 East
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrenceburg Highway | 44.4 mi | 50m |
| Pulaski Highway | 31 mi | 35m |
| US 641 | 30.6 mi | 35m |
| West Main Street | 17.4 mi | 19m |
| Winchester Highway | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| David Crockett Highway | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| US 64 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| US 412 | 10.5 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
Lawrenceburg Highway
— 44.4 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winchester, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on US 41A
75 ft
·
7 sec
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South Jefferson Street
2
Turn left onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50
167 ft
·
2 sec
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1st Avenue Southeast
3
Take the exit onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50
207 ft
·
6 sec
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South College Street
4
Turn left onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
1st Avenue Northeast
5
Continue on US 64 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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David Crockett Highway
6
Enter roundabout onto TN 16
243 ft
·
2 sec
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Rowe Gap Road
7
Continue on TN 16
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Rowe Gap Road
8
Turn right onto US 64
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Drive
9
Continue on US 64
13 mi
·
14 min
·
David Crockett Highway
10
Continue on US 64
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Winchester Highway
11
Continue on US 64 Business
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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Mulberry Avenue
12
Continue on US 64 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
College Street East
13
Turn slight right onto US 64 Business
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Morgan Avenue North
14
Continue on US 64 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street West
15
Continue on US 64
31 mi
·
35 min
·
Pulaski Highway
16
Turn left onto US 64
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
West College Street
17
Continue on US 64
44 mi
·
50 min
·
Lawrenceburg Highway
18
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
19
Turn right onto US 64
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 64
20
Turn right onto US 641
31 mi
·
35 min
·
US 641
21
Turn left onto US 412
17 mi
·
19 min
·
West Main Street
22
Continue on US 412
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Church Sttreet
23
Continue on US 412
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 412
24
Turn right onto SR 152
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Law Road
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
26
Merge onto I 40
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
I 40
27
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
28
Turn left onto US 70
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 70
29
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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US 70
30
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
31
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 50-minute duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and ensure you reach Jackson with ample time. With only one recommended stop, you can choose a convenient point along US 641 or Pulaski Highway to refuel or stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road is over 44 miles.
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 99.3 miles from Winchester, TN, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.4 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 44 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.3 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, TN
This is one driving day of about 198.6 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Winchester, 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 Lawrenceburg Highway for about 44.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99.3 mi from Winchester, TN · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.3 miles from Winchester, 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
$31.05 one way
$62.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.09 | $68.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.22 | $76.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.85 | $87.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.85 | $9.53 |
| Efficient EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.38 | $7.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.80 | $12.71 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Evening in Jackson on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
SSW 5 to 10 mph
2% 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Winchester, TN to Jackson, TN covers 198.6 miles and takes about 3h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lawrenceburg Highway, Pulaski Highway, US 641. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99.3 miles from Winchester, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.05 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 50m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / 1st Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50 / South College Street): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.6 miles (TN 16 / Rowe Gap Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Winchester, TN to Jackson, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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