Origin
Farragut, TN
Afternoon in Farragut on Friday
Local time
2:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farragut, TN to Jackson, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
294.8 mi
474 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 11m
★
6 AM
5h 25m
8 AM
5h 52m
10 AM
5h 34m
12 PM
5h 32m
3 PM
5h 36m
5 PM
5h 50m
8 PM
5h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farragut, TN
Antonio Garcia Prats
Jackson, TN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Farragut to Jackson is 294.8 miles and takes about 5h 24m via I 40 and US 70, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Given that nearly all of this drive is on highways, you can expect a straightforward, efficient transit between these two cities. It's a solid option if you need to get from the eastern part of the state to the western part with minimal fuss.
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
147.4 miles from Farragut, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 282.7 mi | 5h 6m |
| US 70 | 6 mi | 8m |
| Downtown Loop | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| North Campbell Station Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Kingston Pike | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West End Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 282.7 mi, about 5h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farragut, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on West End Avenue
40 ft
·
6 sec
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West End Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 11; US 70
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Kingston Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto North Campbell Station Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Campbell Station Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Campbell Station Road, Farragut
5
Merge onto I 40; I 75
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 40; I 75
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
155 mi
·
2 hr 46 min
·
I 40
Toward Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
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.
9
Merge onto I 40
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
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.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
13
Turn left onto US 70
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 70
14
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
15
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, leaving Farragut in the morning will get you to Jackson with plenty of daylight to spare. Since it's a single-day trip, you can be flexible with your departure time. There's only one recommended stop, so plan to fuel up before you leave Farragut or be prepared to find a station along I 40. The longest stretch on I 40 is over 280 miles, so make sure you're comfortable with extended highway driving before you set out.
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 147.4 miles from Farragut, TN, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 282.7 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 65 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.4 miles or 2h 40m 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 24m
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 Farragut, 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 Farragut, TN
This is one driving day of about 294.8 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Farragut, 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 282.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 147.4 miles from Farragut, 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 282.7 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
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 167.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike
Turn right onto US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
6.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Nashville
9
161.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m 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
163.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m 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
7
167.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
|
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.71 one way
$91.41 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $50.12 | $100.23 |
| premium | $4.93 | $57.20 | $114.39 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $64.98 | $129.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.4 | 1 | $30.95 | $14.15 |
| Efficient EV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.80 | $11.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.9 | 1 | $41.27 | $18.87 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 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
Afternoon in Jackson on Friday
Local time
1:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
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
5h 24m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely highway, with 98% of the route on major roads like I 40. You'll experience a long stretch of 282.7 miles on I 40, which means you'll see plenty of exits and potentially dense traffic merging and diverging. The transition to surface roads will occur closer to your destination, as the Downtown Loop is your final approach. Expect consistent cruising speeds for the vast majority of your travel time.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 282.7 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 294.8 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: near the start (US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.6 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,961 ft
410 ft
Total Climb
1,442 ft
Total Descent
1,906 ft
Highest Point
1,961 ft
~63.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,551 ft
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.
Between Farragut, TN and Jackson, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.
Memphis
163.7 mi in
|
~2h 59m
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via I 40
Louisville
164.8 mi in
|
~3h 1m
|
via I 40
About the Cities
Starting in Farragut, TN
Full guide →Founded 1787
Arriving in Jackson, TN
Full guide →Founded 1821
Jackson is a city in Western Tennessee that grew as a crossroads between various railroads in the four cardinal directions. It was the major commerce center of western Tennessee around the time of its founding in 1821 because Memphis had yet to emerge as a dominant community. Jackson hasn't been without its fair share of trials and travails as it knew the systemic ordeals of slavery for cotton production and lynchings and disenfranchisement as well as other places did in the South, plus high crime and tornadoes.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 24m. Total distance: 294.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 282.7 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Jackson, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.6 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jackson, TN before the return drive.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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