Origin
Oak Hill, TN
Morning in Oak Hill on Tuesday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oak Hill, TN to Jackson, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
127 mi
204 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
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6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Hill, TN
Andy Staver
Jackson, TN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Oak Hill, TN to Jackson, TN is 127 miles and takes about 2h 28m via I 40, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. The route is predominantly highway, making for a straightforward transit between these two points. Given its relatively short distance and quick travel time, it’s a practical option for a single-day trip or an easy segment of a longer journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
63.5 miles from Oak Hill, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 109.1 mi | 1h 56m |
| US 70 | 6 mi | 8m |
| Harding Place | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Memphis-Bristol Highway | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Harding Pike | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Battery Lane | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dustin Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 109.1 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Hill, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on Dustin Lane
111 ft
·
12 sec
·
Dustin Lane
2
Turn sharp left onto Battery Lane
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Battery Lane
3
Continue on Harding Place
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Harding Place
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on Harding Place
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harding Place
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 70S
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Harding Pike
Use the left lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70S
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Harding Pike
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 70S
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Memphis-Bristol Highway
8
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
9
Merge onto I 40
109 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
11
Turn left onto US 70
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 70
12
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
13
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 127-mile trip, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic, especially if you encounter urban areas. With a duration of just under 2.5 hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but factor in a quick break if needed. The fuel cost is estimated at $20, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before departing Oak Hill. Pay attention to the transition from I-40 to surface roads; it's a good idea to have your GPS ready for that final approach into Jackson.
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 63.5 miles from Oak Hill, TN, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.1 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 28 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.5 miles or 1h 17m 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
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 Oak Hill, 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 Oak Hill, TN
This is one driving day of about 127 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Oak Hill, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 109.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.5 miles from Oak Hill, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.1 miles.
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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 120.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Battery Lane
Turn sharp left onto Battery Lane
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
5.2 mi into trip
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~10m in
|
US 70S / Harding Pike
At end of road, turn left onto US 70S / Harding Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
5.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 70S / Harding Pike
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70S / Harding Pike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
120.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 70, US 412 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 70, US 412 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.86 one way
$39.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.80 | $43.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.44 | $48.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.33 | $6.10 |
| Efficient EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.11 | $5.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.78 | $8.13 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Morning in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
18 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
2h 28m 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 drive is mostly highway, with 91% of the 127 miles on major roads like I-40. You'll experience a long stretch of 109.1 miles on I-40 before transitioning to US-70 and Harding Place. Expect an urban merging feel as you navigate the highway segments, with numerous exits and traffic patterns typical of interstate travel. The final portion of the drive will be on surface roads.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.1 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Battery Lane.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 28m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Battery Lane): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.2 miles (US 70S / Harding Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (US 70S / Harding Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
775 ft
362 ft
Total Climb
679 ft
Total Descent
847 ft
Highest Point
775 ft
~36.3 mi in
Elevation Range
413 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Jackson, TN
Full guide →Jackson is a city in Western Tennessee that grew as a crossroads between various railroads in the four cardinal directions. It was the major commerce center of western Tennessee around the time of its founding in 1821 because Memphis had yet to emerge as a dominant community. Jackson hasn't been without its fair share of trials and travails as it knew the systemic ordeals of slavery for cotton production and lynchings and disenfranchisement as well as other places did in the South, plus high crime and tornadoes.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 127 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.1 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: near the start (Battery Lane): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.2 miles (US 70S / Harding Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (US 70S / Harding Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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