Chicago to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Chicago from Jackson, Mississippi?
The distance from Chicago to Jackson, Mississippi is 676.6 miles (1088.9 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located SSW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 738.3 miles, taking about 13h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Chicago 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 Chicago and Jackson, Mississippi. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Chicago to Jackson, Mississippi
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 226 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
- You could travel this distance about 36.8 times to circle the Earth's equator