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Jackson State University - - Transportation

The closest major airport is Mobile Regional Airport, located in Mobile, AL, at a driving distance of 159 miles from the city center of Jackson, MS, which can be made in approximately 4 hours.

Getting around in Jackson, MS

The public transportation service in Jackson is provided by the Greyhound Trailways Bus Lines, which offers 8 inbound and outbound buses, daily, to different areas of the city, as well as nearby. There is also an Amtrak Passenger Station, which provides rail service in the city, as well as daily services to New Orleans and Chicago. There are plenty of taxi services, as well, especially downtown, with fares that vary, depending on the company you choose. Due to the fact that it is located at the crossroads of I-20 and I-55, Jackson can be easily accessed by all modes of transportation. You can also choose to find your way around by walking, but this is a convenient choice only if you don't have to travel far from your hotel. The best way to get around in Jackson, especially if you're on a budget during your stay, is the bus, which is also the cheapest option to travel around and in the city.

How to get to Jackson State University campus?

Easy! Just follow the driving directions listed below!

- From the West: Take I - 20 east to Exit 41, take ramp onto I-220. At Exit 1A, take ramp (right) onto U.S. 80. Turn left onto John R. Lynch Street and follow to campus.

- From the North: Take I -55 south to Exit 104, take ramp (right) onto I-220. At Exit 1A, take ramp (right) onto U.S. 80. Turn left onto John R. Lynch Street and follow to campus.

- From the East: Take I - 20 west to Exit 42A, take ramp (right) and bear right onto Ellis Avenue. Take right onto John R. Lynch Street and follow to campus.

- From the South: Take I - 55 north to Exit 92B, turn right onto ramp. At Exit 92C, keep left to stay on ramp onto I - 20 west. At Exit 42B, turn right onto ramp and bear right onto Ellis Avenue. Take right onto John R. Lynch Street and follow to campus.