Traveling from Jackson to Jamestown covers 154.8 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes of driving time. Because the route is straightforward, you can easily complete it as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-40, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and Whitehall Street to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $24 for fuel should cover your transit across this portion of the Southeast. This drive is ideal for those who prefer a direct, highway-focused journey rather than a winding scenic detour.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.4 miles from Jackson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
89.2 mi
1h 35m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
57.1 mi
1h 1m
Whitehall Street
4 mi
6m
US 70
1.8 mi
2m
East Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Leanna Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Sulphur Springs Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 89.2 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, TN and Jamestown, TN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Main Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi·2 min·US 70
3
Turn right onto US 70
4.0 mi·6 min·Whitehall Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·32 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
89 mi·1 hr 35 min·I 40
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
7
Merge onto I 840
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 57Toward Sulphur Springs RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Sulphur Springs Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Sulphur Springs Road
10
Turn left onto Leanna Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·Leanna Road
11
Arrive at destination
Leanna Road
Trip Plan
Since your total drive time is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage the trip in a single push, though taking a quick break mid-way helps maintain your focus. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Jackson to ensure you stay within your $24 budget, as highway consumption can vary. Use the transition from I-40 to the Tennessee National Guard Parkway as your primary mental marker to gauge your progress. Being prepared for this switch will help you navigate the final leg of your journey into Jamestown with ease.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.4 miles from Jackson, TN, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.2 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.4 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamestown, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jackson, 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 Jackson, TN
This is one driving day of about 154.8 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Jackson, 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 89.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 153.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|US 70
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Navigation decision point
3
2.5 mi into trip|~3m in|US 70 / Whitehall Street
Turn right onto US 70 / Whitehall Street
Navigation decision point
5
96 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
5
96.7 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
153.8 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward Sulphur Springs Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 57
Toward Sulphur Springs Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.20 one way
$48.40 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.57
$53.14
premium
$4.89
$29.79
$59.58
diesel
$5.61
$34.18
$68.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.4
0
$16.25
$7.43
Efficient EV
38.7
0
$13.55
$6.19
EV Truck/SUV
61.9
0
$21.67
$9.91
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jackson, TN
Night
in Jackson on Saturday
Local time
9:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jamestown, TN
Night
in Jamestown on Saturday
Local time
9:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 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
2h 50m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 149.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip leans heavily into highway travel, with 96% of your time spent on major roads. You will settle into a consistent rhythm during the longest stretch of 89.2 miles along I-40. Expect a predictable, efficient driving experience as you transition from the interstate onto the parkway and local connectors. While the route lacks the technical challenges of mountain passes, the shift from high-speed interstate lanes to regional parkway driving keeps the pace engaging. You can count on a steady, reliable commute that prioritizes speed over complexity.
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: 89.2 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 70.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 50m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (US 70 / Whitehall Street): Navigation decision point; at 96 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Jackson, TN to Jamestown, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
96 mi in|~1h 45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 154.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 89.2 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (US 70 / Whitehall Street): Navigation decision point; at 96 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jamestown, TN before heading back.
