Jackson, Mississippi to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1047.6 miles 1685.9 km · straight line
1357.4 miles actual route 2184.6 km · driving distance
27h 44min estimated drive time
$131 - $161 estimated fuel cost
~2h 36min flight time
214° SW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Mississippi from Mexico City?

The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to Mexico City is 1047.6 miles (1685.9 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located SW of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1357.4 miles, taking about 27h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 36min. Jackson, Mississippi is in Mississippi, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jackson, Mississippi and Mexico City. 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.

How to Get from Jackson, Mississippi to Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 44min $131 - $161 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 17min $109–$204* Budget
Train ~36h 3min $163–$475* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Mississippi & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Jackson, Mississippi
32.30°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
91m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 349 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 87 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM