Jackson, Tennessee to Paducah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from Paducah?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to Paducah is 102.2 miles (164.5 km) as the crow flies. Paducah is located N of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 127.8 miles, taking about 2h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee and Paducah 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. 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 Paducah. 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.