Origin
Camden, TN
Late night in Camden on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camden, 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 12m
Distance
62.1 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Camden to Jackson, Tennessee, you can expect a straightforward 62.2-mile journey through the Southeast. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the transit is both efficient and budget-friendly. You will navigate primarily via North Forrest Avenue, East Main Street, and US 70. Because the origin and destination are both located within the Southeast region, the environment remains consistent throughout your travel. This route serves as a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Tennessee locales.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 38.7 mi | 41m |
| US 641 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| US 70 | 6 mi | 8m |
| East Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Forrest Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 38.7 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on West Walnut Street
106 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Walnut Street
2
Turn right onto SR 69A
490 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Forrest Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 70 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn left onto US 641
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 641
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 40
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
8
Turn left onto US 70
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 70
9
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
10
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Camden, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 55.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue
Turn right onto SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 70 Business / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 70 Business / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 641
Turn left onto US 641
Navigation decision point
3
16.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.71 one way
$19.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
2:42 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
6 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
1h 12m 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 rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. Your journey relies entirely on local roads, meaning you will need to stay alert for frequent turns rather than setting cruise control on a high-speed expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is on North Forrest Avenue, which provides a steady start before you transition onto East Main Street and US 70. This character keeps the driving experience active and requires your full attention behind the wheel. Because you are avoiding major highways, you will get a more intimate look at the local infrastructure connecting these two towns.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.7 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 641. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Camden, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 1h 12m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 70 Business / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 641): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 62.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.7 miles on I 40. 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: near the start (SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 70 Business / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 641): Navigation decision point.
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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