Jackson, Mississippi to La Porte, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson, Mississippi from La Porte, Texas?

The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to La Porte, Texas is 339.2 miles (545.9 km) as the crow flies. La Porte, Texas is located WSW of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 407.1 miles, taking about 8h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi and La Porte, Texas in Texas.

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 Jackson, Mississippi and La Porte, Texas. 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.