Day trip from Jackson to Metairie
Metairie lies 257 km (160 mi) south of Jackson, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 257 km (160 mi) apart, Metairie is a realistic day trip from Jackson: about 4 h 11 min each way by road.
| Jackson | Metairie | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 153,701 | 138,481 |
| Elevation | 100 m (328 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 39201–39298 | 70001–70060 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Metairie
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Staying in Metairie
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Common questions
How far is Metairie from Jackson?
257 km (160 mi) in a straight line, south of Jackson; by road roughly 314 km (195 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jackson to Metairie by road?
About 4 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jackson and Metairie?
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.