This 111.8-mile drive from Pegram, TN to Jackson, TN is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 5 minutes. With 97% of the route on highways, it’s designed for efficient travel. The estimated fuel cost is around $17, making it an affordable day trip. You'll be staying within the Southeast region for the entire drive. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, with no need to break it up for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Pegram, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
100.8 mi
1h 48m
US 70
7.3 mi
10m
East Kingston Spring
2.5 mi
4m
East Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Luyben Hills Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 100.8 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pegram, TN and Jackson, TN.
1
Start on US 70
1.3 mi·2 min·US 70
2
Turn left onto SR 249
2.5 mi·4 min·East Kingston Spring
3
Turn left onto SR 249
0.2 mi·29 sec·Luyben Hills Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
5
Merge onto I 40
101 mi·1 hr 48 min·I 40
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward US 70, US 412 East
7
Turn left onto US 70
4.2 mi·6 min·US 70
8
Turn left onto US 70
1.8 mi·2 min·US 70
9
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 2-hour, 5-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Consider leaving Pegram, TN in the morning to maximize your time in Jackson, TN. With no recommended stops, you can push through or plan brief breaks as needed, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge as the estimated cost is $17. A key tip for this route is to utilize I-40 for the longest stretch; ensure you're in the correct lane well in advance if you need to exit, as it’s a significant portion of the drive.
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 55.9 miles from Pegram, TN, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.8 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 25 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 3m 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 41m
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 Pegram, 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 Pegram, TN
This is one driving day of about 111.8 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Pegram, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 100.8 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 105 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.3 mi into trip|~2m in|SR 249 / East Kingston Spring
Turn left onto SR 249 / East Kingston Spring
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip|~6m in|SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road
Turn left onto SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road
Navigation decision point
6
4 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 West: Memphis
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
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4.2 mi into trip|~7m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
105 mi into trip|~1h 55m 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
$17.48 one way
$34.96 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.19
$38.38
premium
$4.89
$21.51
$43.03
diesel
$5.61
$24.68
$49.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.5
0
$11.74
$5.37
Efficient EV
28
0
$9.78
$4.47
EV Truck/SUV
44.7
0
$15.65
$7.16
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Pegram, TN
Night
in Pegram on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jackson, TN
Night
in Jackson on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
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
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
2h 5m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 97% of your travel occurring on major roads like I-40 and US-70. The drive features a significant uninterrupted stretch of 100.8 miles on I-40, meaning extended periods of consistent speed. While primarily highway, you will also navigate portions of East Kingston Spring. The character is largely about covering ground efficiently, with the landscape likely unfolding at a steady pace as you move from one point to the next.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.8 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 70. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near SR 249 / East Kingston Spring.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pegram, TN to Jackson, TN is easy. At 2h 5m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (SR 249 / East Kingston Spring): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 111.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 100.8 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 1.3 miles (SR 249 / East Kingston Spring): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (SR 249 / Luyben Hills Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jackson, TN before heading back.
