Jackson, Tennessee to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from New Orleans?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to New Orleans is 398.1 miles (640.6 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located S of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 477.6 miles, taking about 9h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee and New Orleans in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

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