Huntsville, Alabama to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

139.9 miles 225.1 km · straight line
174.9 miles estimated 281.4 km · driving distance
3h 31min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Huntsville, Alabama from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Huntsville, Alabama to Jackson, Tennessee is 139.9 miles (225.1 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located WNW of Huntsville, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174.9 miles, taking about 3h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Huntsville, Alabama 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 Huntsville, Alabama to Jackson, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 31min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 13min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Huntsville, Alabama & Jackson, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Huntsville, Alabama
34.73°N, 86.59°W
America/Chicago
193m 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 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 178 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients