How far is Smyrna, TN from Jackson, TN?
The driving distance from Smyrna, TN to Jackson, TN is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.9 miles (57.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Henderson County, Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smyrna and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna and Jackson.
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Start on Buck Ditch Road
2.4 mi · 9 min · Buck Ditch Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hawkins Creek Road
1.5 km · 4 min · Hawkins Creek Road
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Continue on Hawkins Creek Road
594 ft · 26 sec · Hawkins Creek Road
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Turn straight onto Westport Road
1 mi · 4 min · Westport Road
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Turn left onto Davis Chapel Road
1697 ft · 1 min · Davis Chapel Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Davis Chapel Road
1.5 km · 4 min · Davis Chapel Road
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Turn left
4.7 mi · 7 min
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Continue on Lexington Clarksburg Road
1009 ft · 21 sec · Lexington Clarksburg Road
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit right toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington, Huntingdon
1219 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
20.8 mi · 22 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 Smyrna 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.
Primary SR 22
Merge slight left
20.8 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Smyrna and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smyrna to Jackson?
The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.9 miles from Smyrna and 19.8 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.9 miles (57.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.54 one way or $11.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Smyrna and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smyrna and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 35.9 mi (57.77 km).
#1 Smyrna
Town in Rutherford County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 53,185 |
| Coordinates | 35.9564500, -88.3317100 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| 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: East Main Street (-88.813966, 35.614178)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.54 | $11.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.80 | $15.59 |
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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