Atlanta to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

350.4 miles 563.9 km · straight line
381.9 miles actual route 614.6 km · driving distance
6h 57min estimated drive time
$37 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
255° WSW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Jackson, Mississippi?

The distance from Atlanta to Jackson, Mississippi is 350.4 miles (563.9 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located WSW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 381.9 miles, taking about 6h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia 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 Atlanta and Jackson, Mississippi. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Jackson, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 57min $37 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 20min $31–$57* Budget
Train ~6h 36min $46–$134* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Jackson, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Jackson, Mississippi
32.30°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
91m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 117 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 71.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM