Durham, North Carolina to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Durham, North Carolina from Jackson, Tennessee?
The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Jackson, Tennessee is 556 miles (894.8 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located W of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 667.2 miles, taking about 13h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina 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 Durham, North Carolina 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 Durham, North Carolina to Jackson, Tennessee
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 185 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
- You could travel this distance about 44.8 times to circle the Earth's equator