Clarksdale to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

139.5 miles 224.5 km · straight line
174.4 miles estimated 280.6 km · driving distance
3h 30min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
45° NE bearing direction

How far is Clarksdale from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Clarksdale to Jackson, Tennessee is 139.5 miles (224.5 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located NE of Clarksdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174.4 miles, taking about 3h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Clarksdale in Mississippi and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Clarksdale 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 Clarksdale to Jackson, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 30min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 12min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clarksdale & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Clarksdale
34.20°N, 90.57°W
America/Chicago
53m 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 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 178.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients