What is the cheapest way to get from Mattoon to Jackson?

The cheapest way to get from Mattoon to Jackson is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mattoon to Jackson?

The fastest way to get from Mattoon to Jackson is to train and fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $170 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Mattoon and Jackson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mattoon Amtrak Station station and arriving at Jackson. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 4m.

How far is it from Mattoon to Jackson?

The distance between Mattoon and Jackson is 607 miles. The road distance is 561.2 miles.

How do I travel from Mattoon to Jackson without a car?

The best way to get from Mattoon to Jackson without a car is to train which takes 12h 4m and costs $180 - $380.

How long does it take to get from Mattoon to Jackson?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Mattoon to Jackson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mattoon to Jackson train from?

Mattoon to Jackson train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Mattoon Amtrak Station.

Where does the Mattoon to Jackson train arrive?

Mattoon to Jackson train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jackson station.

Can I drive from Mattoon to Jackson?

Yes, the driving distance between Mattoon to Jackson is 561 miles. It takes approximately 8h 59m to drive from Mattoon to Jackson.

How do I get a train ticket from Mattoon to Jackson?

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Where can I stay near Jackson?

There are 215+ hotels available in Jackson.

Mattoon to Jackson - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Mattoon to Jackson by train, plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN)plane CMI - JAN
7h 8m
$173–571
Drive 558 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mattoon to Jacksoncar 558 mi
8h 59m
$102–148
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Jacksontrain City of New Orleans
12h 4m
$180–380
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Jacksonbus
15h 11m
$125–224
Train, bus to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, fly
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Bloomington-Normalbus
3. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN)plane BMI - JAN
9h 43m
$149–516
Train, bus to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Jackson/Vicksburg (JAN)plane IND - JAN
10h 26m
$164–577

Mattoon to Jackson by train (Amtrak)

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12h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 603.6 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Mattoon, IL, USA and Jackson, MS, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Jackson once daily. Tickets cost $180–380 and the journey takes 12h 4m.

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