Detroit to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Jackson, Tennessee?
The distance from Detroit to Jackson, Tennessee is 557.7 miles (897.5 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located SW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 657.5 miles, taking about 12h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Detroit 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 186 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
- You could travel this distance about 44.7 times to circle the Earth's equator