Origin
Jackson, TN
Late night in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, TN to Humboldt, 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.
Jackson, TN
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Humboldt, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Jackson and Humboldt, this 17.9-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a straightforward day excursion. Spanning just 25 minutes of driving time, the route stays entirely within the Southeast region of Tennessee. You can expect to spend approximately $3 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly option. Since the drive is so short, there is no need to plan for overnight accommodations or complex logistics. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 Bypass | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| US 45W | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Airways Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 45 Bypass
— 11.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Humboldt, TN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airways Boulevard
3
Turn right onto US 45 Bypass
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US 45 Bypass
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 45W
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 45W
5
Turn left onto US 45W Business
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
6
Arrive at destination
US 70A; US 79; US 45W Business
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 16.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 45 Bypass
Turn right onto US 45 Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
16.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 45W Business / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 45W Business / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
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
Humboldt, TN
Late night in Humboldt on Sunday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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 cooler 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 drive relies heavily on major thoroughfares, with 80% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate using the US 45 Bypass, US 45W, and East Main Street as you transition toward Humboldt. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 11.7 miles along the US 45 Bypass, providing a consistent pace before the final local approach. Expect a functional, direct experience that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. It is a utilitarian drive that maintains a steady rhythm throughout the entire 25-minute duration.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on US 45 Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 Bypass and US 45W. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 45 Bypass.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jackson, TN to Humboldt, TN is easy. At 25m with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 45 Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (US 45W Business / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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 11.7 miles on US 45 Bypass. 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 1.6 miles (US 45 Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (US 45W Business / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Humboldt, 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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