How far is Corinth, MS from Jackson, MS?

The driving distance from Corinth, MS to Jackson, MS is about 238.5 miles (383.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 205.7 miles (331 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
238.5 mi
03h 55m
Flight
205.68 mi
331.01 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
205.68 mi
Kilometers
331.01 km
Flight Time
00h 24m

Driving Distance

Road route
238.5 mi
Kilometers
383.83 km
Drive Time
03h 55m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jackson
Thu, Apr 23, 11:26 AM CDT
Return by in Corinth
Thu, Apr 23, 3:21 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Corinth
2026-04-23T07:30
Arrive Jackson
Thu, Apr 23, 11:26 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:55 AM to 11:55 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:10 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Corinth
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Starkville
MS

City in Mississippi

From Corinth
122 mi
01h 57m
To Jackson
116.5 mi
01h 57m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S
Destination
83°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Corinth and Jackson.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Corinth and Jackson.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    136 m · 34 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Fillmore Street

    156 m · 13 sec · North Fillmore Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Tate Street

    3 mi · 5 min · South Tate Street

  4. 4

    Turn left

    1.9 mi · 2 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    2394 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    12.3 mi · 14 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    43.5 mi · 51 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    2.2 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    1.1 km · 49 sec

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Continue on US Highway 45 Alternate

    35.7 mi · 44 min · US Highway 45 Alternate

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville

    11.8 mi · 13 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward MS 25 South: Louisville

    5 mi · 7 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    1.9 mi · 2 min

  17. 17

    Keep slight right

    24.9 mi · 28 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right

    93.2 mi · 1 hr 48 min

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Canton Road

    814 ft · 20 sec · Old Canton Road

  20. 20

    Turn straight onto North State Street

    2.4 mi · 4 min · North State Street

  21. 21

    Turn right onto East Pearl Street

    1309 ft · 32 sec · East Pearl Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Pearl Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Corinth and Jackson.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
22 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
MS 25 South
125 mi · 52%
South Tate Street
66.5 mi · 28%
US Highway 45 Alternate
35.7 mi · 15%
US 82 West
11.8 mi · 5%
North State Street
2.36 mi · 1%
East Pearl Street
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

MS 25 South

Take the exit slight right

93.2 mi · 01h 48m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 55m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+32.8 mi
205.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Starkville
01h 57m from Corinth
Leave By
9:10 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Corinth 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 Corinth to Jackson?

The road trip is about 238.5 miles (383.8 km) and usually takes 03h 55m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Starkville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122 miles from Corinth and 116.5 miles from Jackson.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 205.7 miles (331 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:10 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.89 one way or $63.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Corinth and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Corinth and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 205.68 mi (331.01 km).

Corinth

#1 Corinth

City in Mississippi, United States

Population14,435
Coordinates34.9342500, -88.5222700
Altitude134
CountryUnited States
Jackson

#2 Jackson

The capital and most populous city of Mississippi.

Population157,821
Coordinates32.2987600, -90.1848100
Altitude85
CountryUnited States
Start: (-88.521908, 34.933768)
End: East Pearl Street (-90.184815, 32.298733)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 384 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 56m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 58m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.42 gal
31.86 L · about $31.89
Round trip
$63.77
16.84 gal · 63.72 L
Estimated CO2
74.8 kg one way
Round trip: 149.7 kg / 330 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $31.89 $63.77
Mid-grade $4.26 $35.86 $71.72
Premium $4.63 $38.94 $77.89
Diesel $5.42 $45.59 $91.19

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Corinth and Jackson. The current time is 07:30:48.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.