Origin
McKenzie, TN
Late night in McKenzie on Sunday
Local time
2:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McKenzie, 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 7m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McKenzie, TN
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Jackson, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between McKenzie and Jackson, Tennessee, you are looking at a straightforward 46.5-mile journey. Expect to spend about 58 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an incredibly affordable commute within the Southeast region. Since the route stays entirely within the state, you won't need to worry about changing time zones or navigating complex interstate systems. This is a practical, no-fuss connection perfect for those who prefer to keep their travel simple and efficient. Whether you are heading to Jackson for business or a quick visit, the trip is short enough to fit easily into any busy schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway of America | 31.5 mi | 46m |
| TN 22 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| US 70 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Drive North | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Old McKenzie Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| SR 22 Bypass | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Broadway of America
— 31.5 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McKenzie, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SR 124
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Street
3
Continue on SR 124
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Old McKenzie Road
4
Turn right onto TN 22
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
TN 22
5
Continue on SR 22 Business
390 ft
·
9 sec
·
SR 22 Business
6
Turn right onto US 70A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Drive North
7
Turn left onto SR 22 Bypass
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 22 Bypass
8
Take the exit
233 ft
·
6 sec
9
Turn slight right onto US 70
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
10
Continue on US 70
31 mi
·
46 min
·
Broadway of America
11
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
12
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from McKenzie, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 124 / Cedar Street
Turn left onto SR 124 / Cedar Street
Navigation decision point
3
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
TN 22
Turn right onto TN 22
Navigation decision point
3
9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 70A / Veterans Drive North
Turn right onto US 70A / Veterans Drive North
Navigation decision point
3
11.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
45.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.25 one way
$14.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.96 | $15.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.93 | $17.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
2:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Huntingdon, TN
23 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 7m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged from start to finish. You will navigate via Cedar Street, Highland Drive, and Atwood Highway, steering clear of major interstates entirely. Because this route has a zero-percent highway share, you should anticipate a more rhythmic, lower-speed experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind. There is no long-distance, uninterrupted stretch here; your longest continuous segment is 0 miles on Cedar Street, meaning you will be making frequent turns throughout the journey. It is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition between these local roads.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.5 mi on Broadway of America.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 124 / Cedar Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from McKenzie, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 1h 7m with 20% 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 124 / Cedar Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (TN 22): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (US 70A / Veterans Drive North): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
559 ft
374 ft
Total Climb
330 ft
Total Descent
411 ft
Highest Point
559 ft
~23.2 mi in
Elevation Range
185 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 46.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (20%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.5 miles on Broadway of America. 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 124 / Cedar Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (TN 22): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (US 70A / Veterans Drive North): 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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