Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
18m
Distance
14.3 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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This short 14.3-mile drive from Jackson to Brandon, Mississippi, is easily manageable in just 18 minutes, making it an ideal option for a day trip. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $2, you'll be spending most of your time on major roadways, including I-20 and I-55, and a portion on West Government Street. Given its brevity and highway-focused profile, this route doesn't necessitate an overnight stay. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region, staying within the state of Mississippi. This straightforward journey is perfect for a quick hop between these two nearby cities.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 14.3 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 (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 72% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.5 miles along I-20, offering a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, you will also navigate sections of West Government Street and I-55, providing a slight variation in the driving environment. This route emphasizes efficient travel over scenic detours, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and West Government Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Lamar Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 14.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Lamar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Pascagoula Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto South Lamar Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East Pascagoula Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Flowood, Meridian
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jackson, MS and Brandon, MS, road signs point toward Hattiesburg and Meridian.
Hattiesburg
Meridian
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| West Government Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 55 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Pascagoula Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Pearl Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Lamar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Government Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Brandon, MS.
Start on East Pearl Street
Turn left onto South Lamar Street
Turn left onto East Pascagoula Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 55
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 20
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 80
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$2.16 one way
$4.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.37 | $4.74 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.57 | $5.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Jackson on Friday
Local time
1:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Brandon on Friday
Local time
1:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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