Jackson, Tennessee to Madisonville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

139.1 miles 223.9 km · straight line
173.9 miles estimated 279.9 km · driving distance
3h 30min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from Madisonville?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to Madisonville is 139.1 miles (223.9 km) as the crow flies. Madisonville is located NNE of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173.9 miles, taking about 3h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee and Madisonville in Kentucky.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jackson, Tennessee and Madisonville. 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 Madisonville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 30min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 12min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Tennessee & Madisonville

Quick Facts

Jackson, Tennessee
35.61°N, 88.81°W
America/Chicago
125m elevation
Madisonville
37.33°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
144m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 179 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients