Jackson, Mississippi to McAllen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson, Mississippi from McAllen?

The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to McAllen is 641.9 miles (1033.1 km) as the crow flies. McAllen is located SW of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 770.3 miles, taking about 15h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi and McAllen in Texas.

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 Jackson, Mississippi and McAllen. 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.