Origin
Yazoo City, MS
Afternoon in Yazoo City on Friday
Local time
12:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yazoo City, MS to Jackson, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yazoo City, MS
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Trip Overview
Yazoo City to Jackson is 45.2 miles and takes about 59m via US 49, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, traversing Mississippi for its entirety. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on a major highway, making it an easy choice for a quick journey or an add-on to a larger itinerary. You'll encounter a highway-focused profile for most of the way, so expect efficient travel. Given its short distance and duration, this route is easily completed in a single day.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US 49, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 38.4 miles. Expect consistent speeds and a direct path from your starting point in Yazoo City to your destination in Jackson. The road maintains a predictable character throughout, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenery. This makes for a smooth, no-fuss driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and West Capitol Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Grand Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Dunn Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 40.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Grand Avenue
Turn right onto Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Dunn Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Dunn Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
40.5 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Capitol Street, Clinton Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Capitol Street, Clinton Boulevard
5
45 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
East Capitol Street
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
45.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
South West Street
Enter roundabout onto South West Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 38.4 mi | 45m |
| West Capitol Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| East Broadway Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Grand Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Capitol Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Ward Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| College Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South West Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 38.4 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yazoo City, MS and Jackson, MS.
1
Start on East 5th Street
64 ft
·
4 sec
·
East 5th Street
2
Turn right onto Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Grand Avenue
3
Continue on College Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
College Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto Dunn Avenue
81 ft
·
5 sec
·
Dunn Avenue
5
Turn left onto North Ward Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
North Ward Street
6
Turn left onto MS 16; MS 149
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Broadway Street
7
Turn right onto US 49; MS 16
36 mi
·
42 min
·
US 49; MS 16
8
Take the exit onto US 49
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 49
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Capitol Street, Clinton Boulevard
10
Turn right onto West Capitol Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Capitol Street
11
Keep slight right at fork onto West Capitol Street
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
West Capitol Street
12
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
48 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Capitol Street
13
Continue on East Capitol Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Capitol Street
14
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Capitol Street
15
Continue on East Capitol Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
East Capitol Street
16
Enter roundabout onto South West Street
9 ft
·
0 sec
·
South West Street
17
Continue on South West Street
385 ft
·
14 sec
·
South West Street
18
Turn right onto East Pearl Street
153 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Pearl Street
19
Arrive at destination
East Pearl Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Yazoo City, MS · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Yazoo City, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jackson, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Jackson, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.83 one way
$13.65 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.49 | $14.99 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.11 | $16.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Destination
Jackson, MS
Afternoon in Jackson on Friday
Local time
12:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Clinton, MS
23 mi in
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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Yazoo City, MS to Jackson, MS covers 45.2 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, West Capitol Street, East Broadway Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 miles from Yazoo City, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.83 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Dunn Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 40.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Yazoo City, MS to Jackson, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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