How far is Jackson, MS from McComb, MS?
The driving distance from Jackson, MS to McComb, MS is about 79 miles (127.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.6 miles (120 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m 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 28m.
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 Copiah County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and McComb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and McComb.
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Start on East Pearl Street
135 m · 16 sec · East Pearl Street
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Turn left onto South Lamar Street
114 m · 18 sec · South Lamar Street
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Turn left onto East Pascagoula Street
1782 ft · 44 sec · East Pascagoula Street
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Turn right onto South State Street
49.3 mi · 54 min · South State Street
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Continue straight
26.5 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right
943 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto Smithdale Road
3228 ft · 1 min · Smithdale Road
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Turn right onto Northwest Street
2059 ft · 35 sec · Northwest Street
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Turn slight left onto Mississippi Street
1731 ft · 29 sec · Mississippi Street
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Continue on Jackson Avenue
2090 ft · 36 sec · Jackson Avenue
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Turn slight left onto West Georgia Avenue
1840 ft · 36 sec · West Georgia Avenue
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
2398 ft · 50 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
45 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and McComb.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South State Street
Turn right onto South State Street
49.3 mi · 00h 54m
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 Jackson and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near McComb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to McComb?
The road trip is about 79 miles (127.2 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Hazlehurst is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.6 miles from Jackson and 39.5 miles from McComb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.6 miles (120 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.57 one way or $21.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jackson and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near McComb.
Stop Ideas Near Hazlehurst
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 Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst station
Brookhaven
Union Station
McComb
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and McComb. Straight-line distance: 74.58 mi (120.02 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 McComb
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 12,813 |
| Coordinates | 31.2437900, -90.4531500 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| Country | United States |
End: McComb (-90.45315, 31.24379)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.57 | $21.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.88 | $23.77 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.90 | $25.81 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.11 | $30.22 |
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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