How far is Canton, MS from Clinton, MS?
The driving distance from Canton, MS to Clinton, MS is about 29.5 miles (47.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25 miles (40.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Canton and Clinton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton and Clinton.
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Start on West Peace Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Peace Street
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Continue on West Fulton Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Fulton Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1284 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
14.4 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 220 South: West Jackson
1849 ft · 45 sec
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Continue straight
8.7 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Capitol Street, Clinton Boulevard
931 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto Clinton Boulevard
4 mi · 7 min · Clinton Boulevard
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Turn right onto Oakwood Drive
2421 ft · 2 min · Oakwood Drive
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Turn right onto Hester Street
543 ft · 24 sec · Hester Street
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Turn left onto East Leake Street
95 m · 14 sec · East Leake Street
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Turn right onto Hester Street
590 ft · 32 sec · Hester Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Dunton Road
138 m · 20 sec · Dunton Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dunton Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Canton and Clinton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West Fulton Street
Merge slight left
14.4 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny leaving Canton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Clinton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Canton to Clinton?
The road trip is about 29.5 miles (47.4 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ridgeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.4 miles from Canton and 14.1 miles from Clinton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25 miles (40.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.94 one way or $7.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny around Canton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Clinton.
Stop Ideas Near Ridgeland
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 Ridgeland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Canton and Clinton. Straight-line distance: 25.04 mi (40.29 km).
#1 Canton
City in Madison County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 11,799 |
| Coordinates | 32.6126400, -90.0367500 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clinton
Suburb city of Jackson, located in Hinds County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,873 |
| Coordinates | 32.3415300, -90.3217600 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dunton Road (-90.32176, 32.341539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.94 | $7.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.81 | $9.62 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
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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