How far is Brookhaven, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Brookhaven, MS to Jackson, MS is about 57 miles (91.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brookhaven and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven and Jackson.
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Start on East Monticello Street
2704 ft · 1 min · East Monticello Street
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Turn right onto Schwem Avenue
681 ft · 16 sec · Schwem Avenue
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Turn left onto West Congress Street
528 ft · 11 sec · West Congress Street
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Continue on Union Church Road
1837 ft · 40 sec · Union Church Road
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Turn right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Union St Extended Northeast
1.4 km · 1 min · Union St Extended Northeast
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Take the ramp slight right
1618 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
48.8 mi · 52 min
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Keep slight left to continue on South State Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · South State Street
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Turn left onto East Pearl Street
1309 ft · 32 sec · East Pearl Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pearl Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brookhaven and Jackson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Union St Extended Northeast
Merge slight left
48.8 mi · 00h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Brookhaven and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brookhaven to Jackson?
The road trip is about 57 miles (91.7 km) and usually takes 00h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Crystal Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.6 miles from Brookhaven and 29.4 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.61 one way or $15.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Brookhaven and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Crystal Springs.
Hazlehurst station
Union Station
Brookhaven
Vicksburg, MS
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brookhaven and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 51.94 mi (83.59 km).
#1 Brookhaven
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 11,861 |
| Coordinates | 31.5790600, -90.4406500 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
The capital and most populous city of Mississippi.
| Population | 157,821 |
| Coordinates | 32.2987600, -90.1848100 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Pearl Street (-90.184815, 32.298733)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $7.61 | $15.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.30 | $18.59 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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