How far is Burns, TN from Jackson, TN?
The driving distance from Burns, TN to Jackson, TN is about 99 miles (159.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.4 miles (143.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 54m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Humphreys 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 Burns and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burns and Jackson.
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Start on Church Street
9 m · 4 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Stuart Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · Stuart Street
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Turn left onto Tennsco Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Tennsco Road
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Continue on Jackson Brothers Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · Jackson Brothers Boulevard
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit left
771 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
85.5 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 70, US 412 East
684 ft · 17 sec
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Turn left
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Turn left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East 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 Burns and Jackson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Jackson Brothers Boulevard
Merge slight left
85.5 mi · 01h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Burns and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burns to Jackson?
The road trip is about 99 miles (159.3 km) and usually takes 01h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Johnsonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.5 miles from Burns and 49.6 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.4 miles (143.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.16 one way or $26.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Burns and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near New Johnsonville
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 New Johnsonville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burns and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 89.4 mi (143.88 km).
#1 Burns
Human settlement in Dickson County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,550 |
| Coordinates | 36.0533900, -87.3125100 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| 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: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.84 | $29.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.24 | $32.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.51 | $37.02 |
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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