Getting Here & Getting Around
There are so many ways to get to Jackson.
Located at the crossroads of I-20 and I-55, Jackson is easily accessible by all modes of transportation.
The Jackson International Airport is only 15 minutes from downtown. Bus/Train Station is conveniently housed downtown. Ground distances (miles) to other major cities: Atlanta: 441 - Birmingham: 248 - Chicago: 753 - Dallas: 412 - Memphis: 208 - Miami: 979 - New Orleans: 185 - St. Louis: 505
Jackson is a car city. You'll want one to get around while exploring. Uber and Lyft are available here.
TRANSPORTATION
AMTRAK AT UNION STATION
300 West Capitol Street
601-896-0074 | Website
Amtrak operates a nationwide rail network, serving more than 500 destinations in 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian provinces, on more than 21,400 miles of routes. It is the nation’s only high-speed intercity passenger rail provider.
Take the City of New Orleans passenger rail liner from Union Station in downtown Jackson, which serves a route from Chicago, IL to New Orleans, LA, with stops along the way in Memphis and more. Daily southbound departures are around 11:30 am with northbound service departing around 5:30 pm. Book your ticket here.
GREYHOUND
300 West Capitol Street
601-353-6342 | Website
Serving Jackson and the surrounding community from Union Station in downtown Jackson, Greyhound's westbound route connects to Shreveport and Dallas while the eastbound route leads to Birmingham and Atlanta.
JTRAN
300 West Capitol Street
601-896-0074 | Website
The City of Jackson provides JTRAN fixed route and JTRAN HandiLift ADA paratransit bus service throughout the City of Jackson.
JTRAN to provide transit services - Monday through Friday from 5:15 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. JTRAN fixed routes generally operate Monday through Saturday. JTRAN service is not available on Sundays, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Bus stops are located at approximately one-quarter mile intervals along each route and are identified by a JTRAN sign. Read about the latest updates, including wifi on buses, a new website and upcoming route changes.
LIMO/TAXI CAB
CITI CAB
601.355.8319
DELUXE CAB
601.948.4761
EXPRESS TRANSPORT, LLC.
601.891.0856
JACKSON TAXI
601.292.1100
PHOENIX LIMOUSINE & LUXURY COACH, LLC
601.806.0037
VETERANS CAB
601.355.2222
YELLOW CAB
601.922.3782
JACKSON-MEDGAR WILEY EVERS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
100 International Dr., Suite 300 Jackson, MS 39208
601-896-0074 | Airport Guide
Jackson-Evers International Airport is the commercial airport serving Jackson, Mississippi. Designated as a general-purpose Foreign Trade Zone, the airport maintains two 8,500-foot runways and has undergone a multi-million-dollar renovation.
Airlines serving Jackson are American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines.
Direct flights serving Jackson as of June 6:
- Atlanta (ATL)
- Charlotte (CLT)
- Dallas/Ft. Worth (DFW)
- Houston (IHA and HOU)
- Miami (MIA)
- Orlando (MCO)
- Washington, D.C. (BWI and DCA)
LOCAL GROUP TRANSPORTATION SUPPLIERS
| Cline Tours | Frankie Berden - 601-605-4483 / frankie@clinetours.com |
| Phoenix Tours | Quency M. Scott - 601-806-0037 / quincyminor@ymail.com |
| Rides by Redd, LLC | 601-476-6828 |
| Williams D & W Tours, LLC | 601-278-2798 / sdotson25@yahoo.com |
| Stewart Xpress, LLC | Anthony Stewart, CEO - 800-475-5557 (office) 662-907-0688 (mobile) |
Explore JXN Neighborhoods
Downtown
Downtown is where government buildings, museums, and historic architecture collide in the heart of the capital city, resulting in a growing residential and public art scene.
Belhaven
The Belhaven Historic District offers nothing short of charm with its tree-lined streets, 1900s-era craftsmen homes, and unique businesses.
Midtown
Midtown is a diverse, up-and-coming neighborhood located just north of downtown Jackson, adjacent to Millsaps College and Baptist Hospital and two blocks from the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
Fondren
The Fondren Historic District has been known as one of Jackson's cultural centers since the 1920s, with spaces to enjoy music, food, the arts, and everything in between.
North Jxn
In North Jackson’s shopping district, you can find tried-and-true retail staples on the city's furthest northern reaches - and Civil Rights history at Tougaloo College.
LeFleur East
Named after explorer Louis LeFleur, LeFleur East is located where the city of Jackson originated.
West Jxn
Steeped in history and culture, West Jackson is experiencing renewed interest thanks to places like Jackson State University.
South Jxn
South Jackson has several hidden culinary gems and historical sites in the capital city.