Jackson, Mississippi to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson, Mississippi from Memphis?

The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to Memphis is 197.1 miles (317.2 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located N of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 208.3 miles, taking about 3h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi and Memphis 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. 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 Jackson, Mississippi and Memphis. 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.