Origin
Jackson, MS
Evening in Jackson on Wednesday
Local time
5:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
90.2 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS covers 90.2 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Lamar Street, East Pascagoula Street, I 20 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.62 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
45.1 miles from Jackson, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 54m drive with frequent turns across 90.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Lamar Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS is easy. At 1h 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lamar Street | — | — |
| East Pascagoula Street | — | — |
| I 20 East | — | — |
| Richland | — | — |
| Highway 49 South | — | — |
| I 59 South | — | — |
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | — | — |
| US 98 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Lamar Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Arnold Line, MS.
1
Start on East Pearl Street
443 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Pearl Street
2
Turn left onto South Lamar Street
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Lamar Street
3
Turn left onto East Pascagoula Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pascagoula Street
4
Take the ramp straight
0.5 mi
·
1 min
5
Keep slight right
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
6
Merge slight left
0.8 mi
·
1 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
8
Keep slight right to continue on Richland, Hattiesburg
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Richland, Hattiesburg
9
Merge slight left onto Highway 49 South
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Highway 49 South
10
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
11
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
13
Merge slight left onto Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 98 West: Columbia, Hardy Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 98 West: Columbia, Hardy Street
15
Keep slight right to continue on North Westover Drive
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Westover Drive
16
Merge slight left onto Hardy Street
341 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hardy Street
17
Turn right onto Westover Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Westover Drive
18
Turn left onto West 4th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 4th Street
19
Turn right onto Brand Lane
112 ft
·
5 sec
·
Brand Lane
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.1 miles from Jackson, MS, or about 57m into the drive.
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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arnold Line, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Jackson, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jackson, MS
This is one driving day of about 90.2 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Jackson, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.1 mi from Jackson, MS · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.1 miles from Jackson, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arnold Line, MS
The final approach into Arnold Line, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.62 one way
$27.24 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.95 | $29.91 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.19 | $32.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.92 | $39.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.47 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Arnold Line, MS
Evening in Arnold Line on Wednesday
Local time
5:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
87°F
Union, MS
45 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 54m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS covers 90.2 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Lamar Street, East Pascagoula Street, I 20 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.1 miles from Jackson, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.62 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 Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS is easy. At 1h 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jackson, MS to Arnold Line, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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