How far is Carthage, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Carthage, MS to Jackson, MS is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m 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 01h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Madison County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carthage and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carthage and Jackson.
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Start on the route
40 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
5.9 mi · 9 min
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Take the ramp slight left
1878 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
44.6 mi · 52 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Canton Road
814 ft · 20 sec · Old Canton Road
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Turn straight onto North State Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · North State Street
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Turn right 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 Carthage 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.
Longest stretch
Merge slight left
44.6 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Carthage and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carthage to Jackson?
The road trip is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Canton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Carthage and 27.3 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 4:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.23 one way or $14.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Carthage and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Canton
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 Canton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carthage and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 48.24 mi (77.63 km).
#1 Carthage
Carthage is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.7326400, -89.5361800 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| 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: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.23 | $14.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.13 | $16.27 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.83 | $17.67 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.34 | $20.69 |
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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