Jackson, Tennessee to Jefferson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

276 miles 444.1 km · straight line
344.9 miles estimated 555.1 km · driving distance
6h 56min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from Jefferson City?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to Jefferson City is 276 miles (444.1 km) as the crow flies. Jefferson City is located NW of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.9 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee and Jefferson City in Missouri.

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, Tennessee and Jefferson City. 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, Tennessee to Jefferson City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 56min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 19min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 35min $41–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Tennessee & Jefferson City

Quick Facts

Jackson, Tennessee
35.61°N, 88.81°W
America/Chicago
125m elevation
Jefferson City
38.58°N, 92.17°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients