Charleston, South Carolina to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Jackson, Mississippi?
The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Jackson, Mississippi is 597.9 miles (962.3 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located W of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 717.6 miles, taking about 14h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina 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 Charleston, South Carolina 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 Charleston, South Carolina to Jackson, Mississippi
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
- You could travel this distance about 41.6 times to circle the Earth's equator