Atlanta to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

282.5 miles 454.7 km · straight line
369.4 miles actual route 594.5 km · driving distance
6h 51min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Atlanta to Jackson, Tennessee is 282.5 miles (454.7 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located WNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 369.4 miles, taking about 6h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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, Tennessee. 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, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 51min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 13min $30–$55* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $44–$129* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM