Origin
Jackson, MS
Afternoon in Jackson on Wednesday
Local time
3:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
42.3 mi
68 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The drive from Jackson, MS to Beechwood, MS covers 42.3 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on University Boulevard, MS 27, Paxton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.39 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
21.2 miles from Jackson, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 42.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Jackson, MS to Beechwood, MS is easy. At 52m 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 Beechwood, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Boulevard | — | — |
| MS 27 | — | — |
| Paxton Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Beechwood, MS.
Start on East Pearl Street
Keep slight left to continue on University Boulevard
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward University Boulevard
Exit the roundabout onto University Boulevard
Take the ramp slight right
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward MS 27: Utica
Merge slight left
Turn straight
Turn right
Turn left onto Paxton Road
Turn right
Arrive at your 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 42 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.2 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beechwood, MS than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Jackson, MS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jackson, MS
This is one driving day of about 42.3 miles and 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.2 mi from Jackson, MS · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Jackson, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Beechwood, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.39 one way
$12.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.59 | $15.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Afternoon in Jackson on Wednesday
Local time
3:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Beechwood on Wednesday
Local time
3:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
54°F
Clinton, MS
21 mi in
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
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.
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