Columbia, Tennessee to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Tennessee from Jackson, Mississippi?

The distance from Columbia, Tennessee to Jackson, Mississippi is 291.7 miles (469.4 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located SW of Columbia, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 364.6 miles, taking about 7h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Tennessee in Tennessee and Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi.

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. 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 Columbia, Tennessee 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.