Jackson, Tennessee to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

76.6 miles 123.3 km · straight line
88.3 miles actual route 142.1 km · driving distance
1h 41min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from Memphis?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to Memphis is 76.6 miles (123.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located WSW of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 88.3 miles, taking about 1h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Memphis. 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.

How to Get from Jackson, Tennessee to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 41min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 1min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 36min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Tennessee & Memphis

Quick Facts

Jackson, Tennessee
35.61°N, 88.81°W
America/Chicago
125m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 325 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM