If you are planning a trip from Munford to Jackson, Tennessee, expect a straightforward 67.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can budget approximately $10 for fuel, making this an economical drive within the Southeast region. The route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, so you should prepare for a slower pace than a typical highway cruise. Since both cities are located within Tennessee, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel throughout the entire experience. It is a practical choice for those who prefer navigating local streets over high-speed traffic.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.3 miles from Munford, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Route 54
21.7 mi
32m
I 40
14.1 mi
15m
US 51
11.5 mi
17m
East Main Street
9.7 mi
14m
US 45 Bypass
3.2 mi
4m
Munford-Atoka Avenue
1.5 mi
2m
Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
West Main Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
State Route 54
— 21.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Munford, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on SR 178
163 ft·5 sec·North Tipton Street
2
Turn left onto TN 206
1.5 mi·2 min·Munford-Atoka Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 51
0.5 mi·48 sec·US 51
4
Continue on US 51
3.0 mi·4 min·US 51
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 51
6.4 mi·9 min·US 51
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 51; TN 59
1.7 mi·3 min·US 51; TN 59
7
Turn right onto TN 54
0.3 mi·30 sec·West Pleasant Avenue
8
Turn left onto TN 54
302 ft·7 sec·South Maple Street
9
Turn right onto TN 54
0.4 mi·33 sec·East Liberty Avenue
10
Continue on TN 54
22 mi·32 min·State Route 54
11
Enter roundabout onto East Main Street
392 ft·7 sec·East Main Street
12
Continue on East Main Street
9.7 mi·14 min·East Main Street
13
Turn left
0.1 mi·16 sec
Exit 66Toward US 70: Fort Pillow State Historic Park
14
Merge onto I 40
14 mi·15 min·I 40
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward JacksonUse the straight / right lanes.
16
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
3.2 mi·4 min·US 45 Bypass
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi·1 min·Airways Boulevard
18
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi·1 min·West Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 1-hour and 19-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the trip in one go without scheduling formal stops, as the duration is short enough to handle in a single push. Keep in mind that because you are traveling on local streets rather than highways, your speed will remain moderate throughout the 67.3-mile journey. Plan to have your $10 fuel budget ready before you head out, as there are no planned stops along this specific route. A helpful tip for this trip is to stay alert for frequent turns, as the reliance on local roads like South Maple Street means you will be making more maneuvers than you would on a standard highway route.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 32.3 miles from Munford, TN, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.7 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.3 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
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 Munford, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Munford, TN
This is one driving day of about 64.6 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Munford, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Route 54 for about 21.7 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.4 and 59.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13.4 mi into trip|~20m in|TN 54 / South Maple Street
Turn left onto TN 54 / South Maple Street
Navigation decision point
4
35.5 mi into trip|~53m in|East Main Street
Enter roundabout onto East Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
45.2 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Turn left toward US 70: Fort Pillow State Historic Park
Navigation decision point
Exit 66
Toward US 70: Fort Pillow State Historic Park
6
59.5 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Jackson
5
59.7 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|US 45 Bypass
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.10 one way
$20.20 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$11.09
$22.18
premium
$4.89
$12.43
$24.86
diesel
$5.61
$14.26
$28.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.4
0
$6.78
$3.10
Efficient EV
16.2
0
$5.65
$2.58
EV Truck/SUV
25.8
0
$9.04
$4.13
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Munford, TN
Morning
in Munford on Sunday
Local time
10:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jackson, TN
Morning
in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
10:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Stanton, TN
32 mi in
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
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
1h 31m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 67.3-mile trek trades the monotony of an interstate for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. You will navigate through Munford-Atoka Avenue, West Pleasant Avenue, and South Maple Street, experiencing a road personality that stays local for the entire duration. With a 0% highway share, you should not expect any long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed travel; in fact, the longest stretch on Munford-Atoka Avenue is 0 miles. The road requires frequent adjustments and careful navigation as you transition between these local thoroughfares. Expect a driving experience that feels more like a winding community tour than a streamlined transit route.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.7 mi on State Route 54.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 54 and I 40. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.4 miles in near TN 54 / South Maple Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.4 miles (TN 54 / South Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.5 miles (East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 45.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 64.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.7 miles on State Route 54. 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 13.4 miles (TN 54 / South Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.5 miles (East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 45.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jackson, TN before heading back.
