Memphis to Jackson by train
Jackson lies 317 km (197 mi) south of Memphis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 18 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 387 km (240 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Memphis | Jackson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 633,104 | 153,701 |
| Elevation | 84 m (276 ft) | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Central Station, Memphis Union Station | Union Station, New Orleans Great Northern Railroad Passenger Depot |
| Postal codes | 37501–38197 | 39201–39298 |
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Common questions
How far is Jackson from Memphis?
317 km (197 mi) in a straight line, south of Memphis; by road roughly 387 km (240 mi).
How long does it take to get from Memphis to Jackson by train?
About 4 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Memphis 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 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.