Drive Time
31m
Distance
25.7 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Photo: Omar Tapia
The drive from Crystal Springs, MS to Jackson, MS covers 25.7 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, South State Street, US 51 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.7 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12.9 miles from Crystal Springs, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
This is a 31m highway drive covering 25.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and South State Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.7 miles on I 55.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and South State Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 51.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 31m 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: at 0.5 miles (US 51): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles (I 55; US 51): Merge point - match speed before joining.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 51
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 55 North, US 51 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 55; US 51
Merge point - match speed before joining
Keep slight left at fork onto US 51 / South State Street toward US 51 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto East Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| South State Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| US 51 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East Georgetown Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Pearl Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Crystal Springs, MS and Jackson, MS.
Start on East Georgetown Street
Turn right onto US 51
Turn left onto US 51; MS 27
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 55; US 51
Keep slight left at fork onto US 51
Turn left onto East Pearl Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 25.7 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.9 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Crystal Springs, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crystal Springs, MS
This is one driving day of about 25.7 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.9 mi from Crystal Springs, MS · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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.
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.
Regular Gas
$3.93 one way
$7.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $4.31 | $8.62 |
| premium | $4.61 | $4.66 | $9.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Crystal Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Magee, MS
13 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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