How far is Decatur, MS from Jackson, MS?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Decatur and Jackson is 63.56 miles (102.29 km).
Flight distance from Decatur, MS to Jackson, MS is 63.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Decatur to Jackson with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Decatur, Mississippi to Jackson, Mississippi is: 72.61 miles (116.86 km) by car.
Driving from Decatur to Jackson will take approximately 01 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Decatur
Town in Newton County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1733 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°26'21"N 89°6'30"W |
| Latitude | 32.4390300 |
| Longitude | -89.1083900 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
The capital and most populous city of Mississippi. It is located on the Pearl River in western Mississippi. Jackson is known for its many civil rights landmarks, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Mississippi State Capitol and the Museum of Mississippi History.
| Population | 157821 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°17'56"N 90°11'5"W |
| Latitude | 32.2987600 |
| Longitude | -90.1848100 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Jackson: East Pearl Street (-90.184815,32.298733)
Estimated Travel Time Between Decatur and Jackson
The distance between Decatur and Jackson is 117 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 17 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Decatur and Jackson. The current time is 20:31:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.7 liters (2.56 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Decatur and Jackson.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Decatur to Jackson is $7.71 (diesel $10.27).
Mississippi gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.01 | $3.4 | $3.76 | $4.01 |
| Total | $7.71 | $8.72 | $9.64 | $10.27 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Mississippi ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.008 (Diesel $4.009) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Decatur and Jackson (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Auburn, MS to Decatur 156.64 miles (252 km)
Driving distance from West Gulfport, MS to Decatur 159.76 miles (257 km)
