Jackson, Tennessee to Paragould: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99.2 miles 159.6 km · straight line
124 miles estimated 199.5 km · driving distance
2h 30min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from Paragould?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to Paragould is 99.2 miles (159.6 km) as the crow flies. Paragould is located WNW of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 124 miles, taking about 2h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee and Paragould in Arkansas.

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. 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 Paragould. 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 Paragould

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 30min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 0min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Tennessee & Paragould

Quick Facts

Jackson, Tennessee
35.61°N, 88.81°W
America/Chicago
125m elevation
Paragould
36.06°N, 90.50°W
America/Chicago
92m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 251.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients