Jackson, Mississippi to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Jackson, Mississippi from Ottumwa?
The distance from Jackson, Mississippi to Ottumwa is 615 miles (989.8 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located N of Jackson, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 738.1 miles, taking about 14h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Mississippi in Mississippi and Ottumwa in Iowa.
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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.
Coordinates come from public place data for Jackson, Mississippi and Ottumwa. 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 Ottumwa
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 205 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
- You could travel this distance about 40.5 times to circle the Earth's equator