How far is Jackson, TN from Crossville, TN?
The driving distance from Jackson, TN to Crossville, TN is about 241.2 miles (388.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213.5 miles (343.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Davidson County, Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Crossville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Crossville.
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Start on East Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Whitehall Street
4 mi · 6 min · Whitehall Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1308 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
120.5 mi · 2 hr 10 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
1305 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
2.4 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
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Continue on Downtown Loop
2764 ft · 43 sec · Downtown Loop
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
106.7 mi · 1 hr 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 127, TN 28: Crossville, Jamestown
1387 ft · 34 sec
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Turn straight onto North Main Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Crossville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Whitehall Street
Merge slight left
121 mi · 02h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Jackson and Sunny near Crossville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Crossville?
The road trip is about 241.2 miles (388.2 km) and usually takes 04h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Belle Meade is a useful midpoint, sitting about 120.4 miles from Jackson and 120.8 miles from Crossville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213.5 miles (343.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.09 one way or $64.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackson and Sunny near Crossville.
Stop Ideas Near Belle Meade
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 Belle Meade.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Crossville. Straight-line distance: 213.51 mi (343.61 km).
#1 Jackson
The most populous city in Madison County, Tennessee.
| Population | 67,402 |
| Coordinates | 35.6145200, -88.8139500 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crossville
City in and county seat of Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 11,899 |
| Coordinates | 35.9489600, -85.0269000 |
| Altitude | 565 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crossville (-85.0269, 35.94896)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 388 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 00m |
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 | $32.09 | $64.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $36.19 | $72.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $39.61 | $79.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $45.14 | $90.27 |
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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