How far is Jackson, TN from Newbern, TN?
The driving distance from Jackson, TN to Newbern, TN is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Crockett County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Newbern.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Newbern.
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Start on East Main Street
3088 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Airways Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Airways Boulevard
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Turn right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto North Parkway
2375 ft · 54 sec · North Parkway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hollywood Drive
28.3 mi · 35 min · Hollywood Drive
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Continue straight
15.7 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 51 North: Union City
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 77 East: Newbern, Yorkville
2509 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 77
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 77
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Turn right onto Washington Street
3228 ft · 1 min · Washington Street
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Turn straight
18 m · 4 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 Newbern.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hollywood Drive
At the end of the road, turn right onto Hollywood Drive
28.3 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Sunny leaving Jackson and Mostly Sunny near Newbern.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Newbern?
The road trip is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Maury City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.5 miles from Jackson and 27.5 miles from Newbern.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.32 one way or $14.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackson and Mostly Sunny near Newbern.
Stop Ideas Near Maury City
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 Maury City.
Newbern–Dyersburg
Fulton
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Newbern. Straight-line distance: 42.59 mi (68.55 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 Newbern
Town in Dyer County, Tennessee
| Population | 3,230 |
| Coordinates | 36.1128500, -89.2617400 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newbern (-89.26174, 36.11285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.32 | $14.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.25 | $16.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
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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