Auburn, Alabama to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281.9 miles 453.6 km · straight line
352.3 miles estimated 567 km · driving distance
7h 5min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
318° NW bearing direction

How far is Auburn, Alabama from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Auburn, Alabama to Jackson, Tennessee is 281.9 miles (453.6 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located NW of Auburn, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.3 miles, taking about 7h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Auburn, Alabama in Alabama and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Auburn, Alabama 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 Auburn, Alabama to Jackson, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 5min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 30min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 44min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Auburn, Alabama & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Auburn, Alabama
32.61°N, 85.48°W
America/Chicago
215m 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 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients