How to travel from Jackson to New Orleans, United States of America

The distance between Jackson and New Orleans is around 184 miles (296km) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 5m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Jackson to New Orleans by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN) to New Orleans (MSY).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time2h 45m
  • Typical cost
    $220
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $45
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to New Orleans.

  • Duration3h 5m
  • Distance186 miles (300km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jackson and New Orleans

There are several options for getting from Jackson to New Orleans by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around $45 and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $19.

The distance between Jackson and New Orleans is around 184 miles (296km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 162 miles (261km)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Jackson and New Orleans by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jackson to New Orleans is to drive which takes around 3h 5m and will set you back approx $19.

The cheapest way to travel between Jackson and New Orleans, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around $45 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Jackson and New Orleans. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Jackson and New Orleans with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 4h 25m.

Amtrak run train services between Jackson and New Orleans. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 4h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Jackson and New Orleans. We recommend that you drive to New Orleans. instead which will take 3h 5m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Jackson and New Orleans. Flights depart from Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN) and arrive at New Orleans (MSY) - via Houston Hobby Apt (HOU). The flight takes around 2h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Jackson to New Orleans. There is however a flight that goes via Houston Hobby Apt (HOU). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Jackson to New Orleans typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN) and and arrive into New Orleans (MSY).

The closest major airport to New Orleans is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) (MSY) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from New Orleans. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) (GPT) and Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) (BTR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Jackson and New Orleans. The distance is around 186 miles (300km) by road and it will take around 3h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jackson to New Orleans is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around $45.

How do I get from Jackson to New Orleans

Compare travel optionsbetween Jackson and New Orleans

Transport options from Jackson to New Orleans
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 55m
$220
hourly1,106km (687 miles)
Train
4h 25m
$45
twice daily296km (184 miles)
Drive
3h 5m
$19
on demand300km (186 miles)

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Airports near New Orleans

The following major airports near New Orleans offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
International Airport
Distance
11 miles (18km) from New Orleans
GPT
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT)
International Airport
Distance
68 miles (109km) from New Orleans
BTR
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
76 miles (123km) from New Orleans