How far is Bells, TN from Jackson, TN?
The driving distance from Bells, TN to Jackson, TN is about 19 miles (30.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Crockett County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bells and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bells and Jackson.
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Start on High Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · High Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 412 East: Jackson
929 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
14 mi · 18 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1099 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Airways Boulevard
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Continue on West Main Street
3088 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bells and Jackson.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 412 East
Merge slight left
14 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bells and Partly Cloudy near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bells to Jackson?
The road trip is about 19 miles (30.6 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gadsden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.5 miles from Bells and 9.5 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.53 one way or $5.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bells and Partly Cloudy near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Gadsden
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gadsden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bells and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 16.75 mi (26.95 km).
#1 Bells
City in Tennessee, USA
| Population | 2,435 |
| Coordinates | 35.7111800, -89.0875600 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
The most populous city in Madison County, Tennessee.
| Population | 67,402 |
| Coordinates | 35.6145200, -88.8139500 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-88.81395, 35.61452)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.53 | $5.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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