The drive from Jonestown, MS to Jackson, MS covers 235.8 miles and takes about 4h 56m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MS 7, MS 30, City Avenue South for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 145.7 miles on MS 7.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.9 miles from Jonestown, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 56m. Total distance: 235.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 4h 56m highway drive covering 235.8 miles, with most of the trip on MS 7 and MS 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 145.7 miles on MS 7.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 145.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 7 and MS 30. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 18.7 miles in near MS 4.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.7 miles (MS 4): Navigation decision point; at 21.2 miles (MS 15 / City Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (MS 30): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
18.7 mi into trip|~32m in|MS 4
At end of road, turn right onto MS 4
Navigation decision point
6
21.2 mi into trip|~36m in|MS 15 / City Avenue South
Turn left onto MS 15 / City Avenue South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
41.8 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|MS 30
Take the ramp onto MS 30 toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
5
44 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|MS 30
Take the exit onto MS 30 toward MS 30 West: West New Albany, Oxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 30 West: West New Albany, Oxford
5
83 mi into trip|~2h 7m in|MS 7
Enter roundabout onto MS 7 toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jonestown, MS to Jackson, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Oxford along the way.
Oxford
44 mi in|~1h 9m|via MS 30
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MS 7
145.7 mi
2h 41m
MS 30
32.5 mi
47m
City Avenue South
20.6 mi
30m
Mississippi Highway 2
18.7 mi
32m
I 55
14.2 mi
16m
MS 4
2.6 mi
3m
East Pearl Street
0.6 mi
1m
Mississippi Highway 30
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
MS 7
— 145.7 mi, about 2h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonestown, MS and Jackson, MS.
1
Start on MS 2
19 mi·32 min·Mississippi Highway 2
2
At end of road, turn right onto MS 4
2.6 mi·3 min·MS 4
3
Turn left onto MS 15
21 mi·30 min·City Avenue South
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto MS 30
2.2 mi·2 min·MS 30
Toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
5
Take the exit onto MS 30
0.2 mi·38 sec·MS 30
Toward MS 30 West: West New Albany, Oxford
6
Turn left onto MS 30
30 mi·44 min·MS 30
7
Take the ramp onto MS 30
143 ft·11 sec·Mississippi Highway 30
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
9
Merge onto MS 7
8.4 mi·11 min·MS 7
10
Enter roundabout onto MS 7
124 ft·1 sec·MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
11
Continue on MS 7
36 mi·41 min·MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
12
Take the exit onto MS 7
101 mi·1 hr 48 min·MS 7
13
Continue on I 55
14 mi·16 min·I 55
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Convention Center
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
16
Continue on East Pearl Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Pearl Street
17
Arrive at destination
East Pearl Street
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.9 miles from Jonestown, MS, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.7 miles.
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 52 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.9 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jonestown, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Jonestown, MS
This is one driving day of about 235.8 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Jonestown, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on MS 7 for about 145.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.9 mi from Jonestown, MS
· 2h 46m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 239.4
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 41.3
In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 41.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.61 one way
$71.22 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$39.09
$78.19
premium
$4.56
$42.32
$84.65
diesel
$5.61
$52.06
$104.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.7
0
$24.76
$11.32
Efficient EV
59
0
$20.63
$9.43
EV Truck/SUV
94.3
1
$33.01
$15.09
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jonestown, MS
Evening
in Jonestown on Thursday
Local time
7:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jackson, MS
Evening
in Jackson on Thursday
Local time
7:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Oxford, MS
118 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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 56m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jonestown, MS to Jackson, MS covers 235.8 miles and takes about 4h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 7, MS 30, City Avenue South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.9 miles from Jonestown, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.61 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.7 miles (MS 4): Navigation decision point; at 21.2 miles (MS 15 / City Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (MS 30): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Jonestown, MS to Jackson, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Oxford along the way.
