Drive Time
3h 49m
Distance
193.1 mi
311 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
Photo: Omar Tapia
The drive from New Albany, MS to Jackson, MS covers 193.1 miles and takes about 3h 49m 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, I 55 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 $29.52 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
96.5 miles from New Albany, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
This is a 3h 49m highway drive covering 193.1 miles, with most of the trip on MS 7 and MS 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 145.7 miles on MS 7.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
752 ft
Total Descent
834 ft
Highest Point
553 ft
~32.2 mi in
Elevation Range
373 ft
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 early in the drive near North Railroad Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 49m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MS 178 / West Bankhead Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Highway 30 West): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto North Railroad Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto MS 178 / West Bankhead Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Highway 30 West
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto MS 7 toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward Convention Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 7 | 145.7 mi | 2h 41m |
| MS 30 | 30.1 mi | 44m |
| I 55 | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| West Bankhead Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Pearl Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Highway 30 West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Railroad Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Highway 30 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between New Albany, MS and Jackson, MS.
Start on Highland Street
Turn left onto North Railroad Avenue
Turn right onto MS 178
Turn left onto Highway 30 West
Continue on MS 30
Take the ramp onto MS 30
Take the ramp
Merge onto MS 7
Enter roundabout onto MS 7
Continue on MS 7
Take the exit onto MS 7
Continue on I 55
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on East Pearl 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.5 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New Albany, 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 New Albany, MS
This is one driving day of about 193.1 miles and 3h 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 96.5 mi from New Albany, MS · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
97 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 96.5 miles from New Albany, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MS 7 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 145.7 miles.
The final approach into Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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
$29.52 one way
$59.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $32.38 | $64.76 |
| premium | $4.61 | $35.05 | $70.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.90 | $85.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.9 | 0 | $20.28 | $9.27 |
| Efficient EV | 48.3 | 0 | $16.90 | $7.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77.2 | 0 | $27.03 | $12.36 |
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in New Albany on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Collierville, TN
97 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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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