Akron to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

546.4 miles 879.3 km · straight line
655.7 miles estimated 1055.2 km · driving distance
13h 11min estimated drive time
$63 - $78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Akron to Jackson, Tennessee is 546.4 miles (879.3 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located SW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 655.7 miles, taking about 13h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Jackson, Tennessee. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Jackson, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 11min $63 - $78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 49min $52–$98* Budget
Train ~17h 8min $79–$229* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Jackson, Tennessee
35.61°N, 88.81°W
America/Chicago
125m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 182 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients