How far is Jackson, MS from Fayette, MS?
The driving distance from Jackson, MS to Fayette, MS is about 90.3 miles (145.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 30m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in the US state of Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Fayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Fayette.
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Start on East Pearl Street
2645 ft · 1 min · East Pearl Street
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Keep slight left to continue on University Boulevard
158 m · 10 sec · University Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward University Boulevard
108 m · 7 sec · University Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto University Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3 min · University Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
1212 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
38.4 mi · 43 min
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Merge slight right
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Natchez
44.2 mi · 50 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Poindexter Street
55 m · 5 sec · Poindexter Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Poindexter Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Fayette.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 61 South
Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Natchez
44.2 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Jackson and Partly Sunny near Fayette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Fayette?
The road trip is about 90.3 miles (145.4 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?
Vicksburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.2 miles from Jackson and 45.2 miles from Fayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.08 one way or $24.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Jackson and Partly Sunny near Fayette.
Stop Ideas Near Vicksburg
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 Vicksburg.
Vicksburg, MS
Union Station
Yazoo City
Hazlehurst station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Fayette. Straight-line distance: 65.42 mi (105.28 km).
#1 Jackson
The capital and most populous city of Mississippi.
| Population | 157,821 |
| Coordinates | 32.2987600, -90.1848100 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fayette
City in and county seat of Jefferson County, Mississippi
| Population | 1,432 |
| Coordinates | 31.7115500, -91.0606600 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fayette (-91.06066, 31.71155)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $12.08 | $24.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.59 | $27.17 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.75 | $29.51 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.27 | $34.55 |
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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