Jackson, Mississippi to Orange, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.4 miles 417.4 km · straight line
324.2 miles estimated 521.8 km · driving distance
6h 31min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Mississippi from Orange, Texas?

The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to Orange, Texas is 259.4 miles (417.4 km) as the crow flies. Orange, Texas is located SW of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 324.2 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi and Orange, Texas in Texas.

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. 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 Orange, Texas. 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 Orange, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 31min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 49min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Mississippi & Orange, Texas

Quick Facts

Jackson, Mississippi
32.30°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
91m elevation
Orange, Texas
30.09°N, 93.74°W
America/Chicago
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients