Jackson, Tennessee to St. Louis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

221.7 miles 356.8 km · straight line
277.1 miles estimated 446 km · driving distance
5h 35min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from St. Louis?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to St. Louis is 221.7 miles (356.8 km) as the crow flies. St. Louis is located NNW of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.1 miles, taking about 5h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee and St. Louis in Missouri.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jackson, Tennessee and St. Louis. 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 St. Louis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 35min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 42min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 18min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Tennessee & St. Louis

Quick Facts

Jackson, Tennessee
35.61°N, 88.81°W
America/Chicago
125m elevation
St. Louis
38.63°N, 90.20°W
America/Chicago
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients