How far is Jackson, MO from Green Cox, MO?
The driving distance from Jackson, MO to Green Cox, MO is about 23.2 miles (37.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Scott County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Green Cox.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Green Cox.
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Start on East Main Street
9 m · 8 sec · East Main Street
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Turn sharp left
25 m · 3 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Hope Street
62 m · 4 sec · South Hope Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Hope Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Hope Street
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Continue straight
9.3 mi · 14 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward MO 25 South: Delta
25 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto MO 25 South: Delta
11.5 mi · 17 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Green Cox.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
MO 25 South
Exit the roundabout onto MO 25 South: Delta
11.5 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Jackson and Showers And Thunderstorms near Green Cox.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Green Cox?
The road trip is about 23.2 miles (37.3 km) and usually takes 00h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chaffee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Jackson and 11.6 miles from Green Cox.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.09 one way or $6.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Jackson and Showers And Thunderstorms near Green Cox.
Stop Ideas Near Chaffee
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Green Cox. Straight-line distance: 19.21 mi (30.92 km).
#1 Jackson
City in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 14,699 |
| Coordinates | 37.3822700, -89.6662100 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Green Cox
Green Cox is a place in Missouri, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.1406100, -89.8389800 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
End: Green Cox (-89.83898, 37.14061)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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