Origin
Bartlett, TN
Late night in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Jackson, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
73.1 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
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.
Bartlett, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
This 73.1-mile journey from Bartlett, TN to Jackson, TN is a straightforward one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical option for a short excursion. You'll primarily navigate Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Stage Road, and a portion of the US 45 Bypass. Traveling within the Southeast region, this route offers a practical, local feel without significant overnight considerations. It's designed for a single day, allowing for easy completion without needing to break it up.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 61.9 mi | 1h 7m |
| Stage Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| US 45 Bypass | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Airways Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 61.9 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on TN 15
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Nashville
3
Merge onto I 40
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Jackson
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45 Bypass
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airways Boulevard
7
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.5 miles from Bartlett, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 68.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Nashville
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
68 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Jackson
5
68.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 45 Bypass
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.43 one way
$22.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.55 | $25.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.07 | $28.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.68 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.40 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.23 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Late night in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a highway share of only 4%. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 61.9 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel before transitioning to local roads. The overall profile suggests a drive that is less about high-speed highway cruising and more about navigating through communities and connecting local routes. This means you'll likely experience more frequent changes in speed and direction as you progress toward Jackson.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.9 mi on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Bartlett, TN to Jackson, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Nashville along the way.
Nashville
5.8 mi in
|
~10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 73.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.9 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jackson, TN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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