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

99.9 miles 160.8 km · straight line
124.9 miles estimated 201 km · driving distance
2h 31min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
270° W bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Tennessee from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Columbia, Tennessee to Jackson, Tennessee is 99.9 miles (160.8 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located W of Columbia, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 124.9 miles, taking about 2h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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. 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 Columbia, Tennessee 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 Columbia, Tennessee to Jackson, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 31min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 1min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Tennessee & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Columbia, Tennessee
35.62°N, 87.04°W
America/Chicago
196m 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 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 249.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients