Origin
Humboldt, TN
Late night in Humboldt on Sunday
Local time
1:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Humboldt, 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
25m
Distance
17.9 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Humboldt, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Humboldt and Jackson, Tennessee, this 17.9-mile trip is a quick and straightforward journey. You can easily complete the drive in about 25 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of just $3, this route is exceptionally economical for your travel planning. The drive connects two neighboring hubs within the Southeast region, ensuring you remain firmly in familiar territory throughout your transit. Because the duration is so brief, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. Whether you are commuting or just passing through, this hop between Tennessee towns is designed for efficiency rather than a long-haul adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45W | 14.4 mi | 19m |
| East Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Airways Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 45W
— 14.4 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Humboldt, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on US 70A; US 79; US 45W Business
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 45W
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 45W
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airways Boulevard
4
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
5
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 1.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 45W
Turn right onto US 45W
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.80 one way
$5.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.07 | $6.15 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.44 | $6.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Late night in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
1:03 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
23 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
25m 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?
This highway-focused route is defined primarily by its efficiency, with 80% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 45W, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.4 miles. The transition from the open highway into the local environment is marked by shifts onto East Main Street and Airways Boulevard as you approach Jackson. Expect a consistent, functional driving experience that prioritizes speed over winding backroads or technical maneuvers. It is a no-nonsense commute that allows you to cover the distance quickly while maintaining a steady pace behind the wheel.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on US 45W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45W and East Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 45W.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Humboldt, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 25m with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 1.8 miles (US 45W): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 17.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on US 45W. 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 1.8 miles (US 45W): 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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