Asheville to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Asheville from Jackson, Mississippi?

The distance from Asheville to Jackson, Mississippi is 493.1 miles (793.5 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located WSW of Asheville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 591.7 miles, taking about 11h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Asheville in North Carolina and Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Asheville and Jackson, Mississippi. 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.