Decatur, Alabama to Jackson, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.8 miles 392.4 km · straight line
304.8 miles estimated 490.5 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Jackson, Mississippi?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Jackson, Mississippi is 243.8 miles (392.4 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Mississippi is located SW of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.8 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Decatur, Alabama 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.

How to Get from Decatur, Alabama to Jackson, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Jackson, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Jackson, Mississippi
32.30°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
91m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients