How to travel from Orlando to Jackson, United States of America

The distance between Orlando and Jackson is around 612 miles (984km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Orlando to Jackson by plane, bus, train and car. 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 Orlando (MCO) to Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN).

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    $215
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Atlanta and then to Jackson.

  • Duration14h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $125
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Mobile and then to New Orleans then take the train to Jackson.

  • Duration19h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $150
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Jackson.

  • Duration11h 55m
  • Distance682 miles (1,097km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Orlando and Jackson

There are several options for getting from Orlando to Jackson by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $125 and will take around 14h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $215.

The distance between Orlando and Jackson is around 612 miles (984km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 585 miles (942km)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Orlando and Jackson by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Orlando to Jackson is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx $215.

The cheapest way to travel between Orlando and Jackson, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $125 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Orlando and Jackson. We recommend that you fly from Orlando (MCO) to Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN). instead which will take 2h 50m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Orlando and Jackson. It typically takes around 14h 35m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Orlando to Jackson. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Atlanta. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 14h 35m.

Greyhound USA and Megabus run regular bus services between Orlando and Jackson. Buses run twice daily and take around 14h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Orlando and Jackson. Flights depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN). The flight takes around 1h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Orlando and Jackson with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 55m.

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly between Orlando and Jackson. Flights depart from Orlando (MCO) and and arrive into Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN). These flights usually take around 1h 55m.

The flight from Orlando to Jackson typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Orlando (MCO) and and arrive into Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN).

The closest major airport to Jackson is Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) (JAN) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Jackson. Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport (PIB) (PIB) and Meridian Regional (Key Field) Airport (MEI) (MEI) 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 Orlando and Jackson. The distance is around 682 miles (1,097km) by road and it will take around 11h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Orlando to Jackson is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around $215.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Orlando and Jackson

Transport options from Orlando to Jackson
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 50m
$215
hourly984km (612 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
14h 35m
$125
twice daily1,325km (824 miles)
Bus via Atlanta, GA16h 50m
$145
6 times a week1,426km (886 miles)
Bus and Train
19h 10m
$150
once daily1,371km (852 miles)
Drive
11h 55m
$68
on demand1,097km (682 miles)

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Airports near Jackson

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

JAN
Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
International Airport
Distance
6 miles (10km) from Jackson
PIB
Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport (PIB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
76 miles (122km) from Jackson
MEI
Meridian Regional (Key Field) Airport (MEI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84 miles (135km) from Jackson