How far is Jackson, TN from Decherd, TN?
The driving distance from Jackson, TN to Decherd, TN is about 183.8 miles (295.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.5 miles (251.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 43m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 51m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lewis County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Decherd.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Decherd.
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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
6.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 152: Lexington
919 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Law Road
1.2 km · 50 sec · Law Road
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Turn left
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Continue on US 412;SR 114
3.5 mi · 4 min · US 412;SR 114
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Merge slight left
15.8 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
13.9 mi · 16 min
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Keep slight right
43.9 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit right
1140 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right
17.8 mi · 22 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lewisburg and Franklin Pike
1.2 km · 1 min · Lewisburg and Franklin Pike
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 11 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Nashville Highway
1316 ft · 24 sec · Nashville Highway
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Turn right onto Old Columbia Road East
5.5 mi · 10 min · Old Columbia Road East
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Continue on Old Columbia Highway
1.5 mi · 3 min · Old Columbia Highway
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Continue on Old Columbia Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Old Columbia Road
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Turn right
17.4 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
1523 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
20.3 mi · 24 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
101 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Decherd.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 412
Keep slight right
43.9 mi · 00h 52m
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 Decherd.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Decherd?
The road trip is about 183.8 miles (295.8 km) and usually takes 03h 51m 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?
Hohenwald is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.8 miles from Jackson and 92 miles from Decherd.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.5 miles (251.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.3 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 9:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.47 one way or $48.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackson and Sunny near Decherd.
Stop Ideas Near Hohenwald
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 Hohenwald.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Decherd. Straight-line distance: 156.5 mi (251.86 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 Decherd
City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 2,372 |
| Coordinates | 35.2098000, -86.0794300 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Decherd (-86.07943, 35.2098)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.47 | $48.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.60 | $55.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.20 | $60.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.42 | $68.85 |
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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