Origin
Carthage, MS
Morning in Carthage on Thursday
Local time
11:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carthage, MS to Jackson, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
53.7 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carthage, MS
Anton Ivanov
Trip Overview
The drive from Carthage, MS to Jackson, MS covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MS 25, MS 16, North State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.6 miles on MS 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 53.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 53.7 miles, with most of the trip on MS 25 and MS 16. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.6 miles on MS 25.
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.
MS 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 25 and MS 16. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 16.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Carthage, MS to Jackson, MS is easy. At 1h 6m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (MS 25): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 50.9 miles (Old Canton Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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MS 16
Turn right onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
3
6.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
MS 25
Merge onto MS 25
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
50.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
Old Canton Road
At end of road, turn left onto Old Canton Road
Navigation decision point
4
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
East Pearl Street
Turn right onto East Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 25 | 44.6 mi | 52m |
| MS 16 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| North State Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Pearl Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Canton Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MS 35 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 25
— 44.6 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carthage, MS and Jackson, MS.
1
Start on MS 35
133 ft
·
5 sec
·
MS 35
2
Turn right onto MS 16
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
MS 16
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
4
Merge onto MS 25
45 mi
·
52 min
·
MS 25
5
At end of road, turn left onto Old Canton Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Old Canton Road
6
Turn straight onto US 51
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North State Street
7
Turn right onto East Pearl Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Pearl Street
8
Arrive at destination
East Pearl Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.8 mi from Carthage, MS · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Arriving in Jackson, MS
The final approach into Jackson, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Jackson, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.11 one way
$16.22 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.90 | $17.81 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.64 | $19.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.86 | $23.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Morning in Jackson on Thursday
Local time
11:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
4 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
1h 6m 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 Carthage, MS to Jackson, MS covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 25, MS 16, North State 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 26.8 miles from Carthage, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.11 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.
The drive from Carthage, MS to Jackson, MS is easy. At 1h 6m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (MS 25): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 50.9 miles (Old Canton Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Carthage, MS to Jackson, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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