Driving from Chicago to Jackson
Jackson lies 1,085 km (674 mi) south of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 14 h 43 min without stops, over roughly 1,324 km (823 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Chicago | Jackson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 153,701 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 39201–39298 |
Where to book car hire from Chicago to Jackson
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Staying in Jackson
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Common questions
How far is Jackson from Chicago?
1,085 km (674 mi) in a straight line, south of Chicago; by road roughly 1,324 km (823 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Jackson by car?
About 14 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Jackson?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.