Indianapolis to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Indianapolis from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Indianapolis to Jackson, Tennessee is 321.6 miles (517.6 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located SSW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 395.7 miles, taking about 7h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Indianapolis 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.