Chicago to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

437.4 miles 704 km · straight line
483.7 miles actual route 778.4 km · driving distance
9h 8min estimated drive time
$47 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
189° S bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Chicago to Jackson, Tennessee is 437.4 miles (704 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located S of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 483.7 miles, taking about 9h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Chicago and Jackson, Tennessee. 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, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 8min $47 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 58min $39–$73* Budget
Train ~8h 41min $58–$169* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m 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 146 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM