Origin
Brandon, MS
Night in Brandon on Thursday
Local time
9:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brandon, MS to Jackson, MS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
18m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brandon, MS
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a simple transit between Brandon and Jackson, this 14.1-mile journey is as straightforward as it gets. Expect to spend about 16 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-20, US 51 North, and South State Street to complete the trek. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly way to move through the Southeast. Whether you are heading into the city for business or returning home, the route is efficient and keeps travel time to a minimum. It serves as a practical connection between these two Mississippi locations without any unnecessary complexity.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 13.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than an open-highway cruise on this 14.1-mile stretch. Since the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a route defined by city streets and arterial roads rather than high-speed interstate travel. The transition between Brandon and Jackson involves navigating local infrastructure, which keeps the driving experience engaging and requires your full attention. Because there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, the pace remains consistent with urban or suburban driving patterns. You will find that the personality of the road shifts as you move from the Brandon area into the heart of Jackson, demanding frequent adjustments to your speed and navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I-20 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I-20 and South State Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 80 / East Government Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 80 / East Government Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 20 / I-20): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 11.7 miles (I 20; I 55; US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 80 / East Government Street
Depart onto US 80 / East Government Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 20 / I-20
Merge onto I 20 / I-20
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
11.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 20; I 55; US 49
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
12 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward US 51 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 51 North
3
13.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
East Pearl Street
Turn left onto East Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-20 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| South State Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Government Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| I 20 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Pearl Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I-20
— 10.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon, MS and Jackson, MS.
1
Start on US 80
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Government Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
3
Merge onto I 20
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I-20
4
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 20; I 55; US 49
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 51 North
6
Turn straight onto US 51
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Street
7
Turn left onto East Pearl Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Pearl Street
8
Arrive at destination
East Pearl Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.08 one way
$4.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.29 | $4.58 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.48 | $4.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.05 | $6.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jackson, MS
Night in Jackson on Thursday
Local time
9:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brandon, MS to Jackson, MS covers 13.8 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I-20, South State Street, East Government Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from Brandon, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.08 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 80 / East Government Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 20 / I-20): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 11.7 miles (I 20; I 55; US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Brandon, MS to Jackson, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument.
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