How far is Iuka, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Iuka, MS to Jackson, MS is about 245.1 miles (394.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 208.2 miles (335 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 08m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Iuka and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Iuka and Jackson.
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Start on East Eastport Street
53 m · 10 sec · East Eastport Street
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Turn right onto South Fulton Street
1040 ft · 48 sec · South Fulton Street
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Turn right onto East Quitman Street
2654 ft · 58 sec · East Quitman Street
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Turn left onto Battleground Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Battleground Drive
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Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Drive
1246 ft · 21 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 72 West: Corinth
1702 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 365: Cairo, Miss., Savannah, Tenn.
633 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
8.5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
11.6 mi · 16 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
6.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 45 South, MS 30 West: Tupelo, New Albany
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
33.1 mi · 39 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 49 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue on US Highway 45 Alternate
35.7 mi · 44 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
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Take the exit slight right toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville
11.8 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 25 South: Louisville
5 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
26.8 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right
92.5 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right
1078 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Convention Center
2736 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
586 ft · 14 sec
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Continue on East Pearl Street
3245 ft · 1 min · 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 Iuka and Jackson.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
MS 25 South
Take the exit slight right
92.5 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Iuka and Rain Showers near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Iuka to Jackson?
The road trip is about 245.1 miles (394.4 km) and usually takes 04h 08m 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 129.4 miles from Iuka and 115.7 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 208.2 miles (335 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.9 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 8:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.76 one way or $65.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Iuka and Rain Showers near Jackson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Iuka and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 208.17 mi (335.02 km).
#1 Iuka
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 2,928 |
| Coordinates | 34.8117600, -88.1900400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| 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: 394 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $32.76 | $65.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $36.84 | $73.68 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $40.01 | $80.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $46.84 | $93.68 |
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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