Champaign to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

550.8 miles 886.5 km · straight line
661 miles estimated 1063.8 km · driving distance
13h 18min estimated drive time
$64 - $78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
192° SSW bearing direction

How far is Champaign from Jackson, Mississippi?

The distance from Champaign to Jackson, Mississippi is 550.8 miles (886.5 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located SSW of Champaign. By car, the driving distance is approximately 661 miles, taking about 13h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Champaign in Illinois and Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Champaign 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.

How to Get from Champaign to Jackson, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 18min $64 - $78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 58min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~17h 17min $79–$231* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Champaign & Jackson, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Champaign
40.12°N, 88.24°W
America/Chicago
225m 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 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients