Chattanooga to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

201.4 miles 324.1 km · straight line
251.7 miles estimated 405.1 km · driving distance
5h 4min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Chattanooga from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Chattanooga to Jackson, Tennessee is 201.4 miles (324.1 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located WNW of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 251.7 miles, taking about 5h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States.

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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga to Jackson, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 4min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 5min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 49min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chattanooga & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Chattanooga
35.05°N, 85.31°W
America/New_York
206m 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 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients