Jackson, Tennessee to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

119.9 miles 193 km · straight line
129.2 miles actual route 208 km · driving distance
2h 24min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
71° ENE bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from Nashville?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to Nashville is 119.9 miles (193 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located ENE of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.2 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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 Nashville. 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 Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 24min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 53min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 17min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Tennessee & Nashville

Quick Facts

Jackson, Tennessee
35.61°N, 88.81°W
America/Chicago
125m elevation
Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 207.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM