Jackson, Mississippi to Montgomery, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.4 miles 364.3 km · straight line
283 miles estimated 455.4 km · driving distance
5h 42min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
88° E bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Mississippi from Montgomery, Alabama?

The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to Montgomery, Alabama is 226.4 miles (364.3 km) as the crow flies. Montgomery, Alabama is located E of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi and Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jackson, Mississippi and Montgomery, Alabama. 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.

How to Get from Jackson, Mississippi to Montgomery, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 42min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 50min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 25min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Mississippi & Montgomery, Alabama

Quick Facts

Jackson, Mississippi
32.30°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
91m elevation
Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients