How far is Jackson, MS from Morgantown, MS?
The driving distance from Jackson, MS to Morgantown, MS is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 02h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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 Morgantown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Morgantown.
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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
66 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Turn right
803 ft · 37 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Morgantown Road
2917 ft · 1 min · Morgantown Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Morgantown Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Morgantown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 61 South
Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Natchez
66 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Jackson and Sunny near Morgantown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Morgantown?
The road trip is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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 55.6 miles from Jackson and 55.7 miles from Morgantown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.43 one way or $28.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackson and Sunny near Morgantown.
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 Morgantown. Straight-line distance: 84.65 mi (136.23 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 Morgantown
Morgantown is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.5726700, -91.3476100 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
End: Morgantown (-91.34761, 31.57267)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.67 | $14.43 | $28.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $16.32 | $32.63 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $17.90 | $35.80 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $22.59 | $45.19 |
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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