Carbondale to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carbondale from Jackson, Mississippi?

The distance from Carbondale to Jackson, Mississippi is 379 miles (610 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located S of Carbondale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 454.8 miles, taking about 9h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Carbondale in Illinois 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carbondale 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.