Jackson, Mississippi to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson, Mississippi from Omaha?

The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to Omaha is 695.5 miles (1119.3 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located NNW of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 862.3 miles, taking about 16h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi and Omaha in Nebraska.

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. 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 Omaha. 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.