Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 32m
Distance
182.4 mi
294 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jonestown, MS
Denniz Futalan
The drive from Jackson, MS to Jonestown, MS covers 182.4 miles and takes about 3h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, US 278, Belen Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 143.6 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.55 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.2 miles from Jackson, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 32m. Total distance: 182.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 3h 32m highway drive covering 182.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and US 278. The longest continuous stretch is about 143.6 miles on I 55.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 278. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Lamar Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 32m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Lamar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Capitol Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.3 miles (East Capitol Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto South Lamar Street
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn left onto US 51 / North State Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 278, MS 6: Batesville, Oxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jackson, MS to Jonestown, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Oxford along the way.
Oxford
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 143.6 mi | 2h 35m |
| US 278 | 23.4 mi | 33m |
| Belen Road | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| North State Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Lakeland Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| MS 316 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Capitol Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Jonestown, MS.
Start on East Pearl Street
Turn right onto South Lamar Street
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
Continue on East Capitol Street
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
Continue on East Capitol Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 51
Turn slight right onto Old Canton Road
Turn right onto Lakeland Drive
Turn left
Merge onto I 55
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 278; MS 6
Turn right onto MS 316
Turn left onto MS 316
Continue on Main Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 40 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.2 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonestown, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Jackson, 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 Jackson, MS
This is one driving day of about 182.4 miles and 3h 32m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.2 mi from Jackson, MS · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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.
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 91.2 miles from Jackson, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 143.6 miles.
The final approach into Jonestown, 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 Jonestown, MS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$27.55 one way
$55.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.24 | $60.48 |
| premium | $4.56 | $32.74 | $65.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.27 | $80.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.7 | 0 | $19.15 | $8.76 |
| Efficient EV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.96 | $7.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73 | 0 | $25.54 | $11.67 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Jackson on Thursday
Local time
6:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Jonestown on Thursday
Local time
6:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
52°F
Winona, MS
91 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
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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