How far is Jackson, MS from Oxford, MS?
Fastest route
The journey from Jackson, Mississippi to Oxford, Mississippi 38655 is approximately 161 miles and takes around 2 hours and 28 minutes via I-55 N. Here are the directions to reach your destination:
Directions
- Head west on E Pearl St toward S Lamar St.
- Turn left onto S Lamar St.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left at the 1st cross street onto E Pascagoula St.
- Keep left at the fork, following signs for I-55 N/Grenada/Memphis, and merge onto I-55 N.
- Follow I-55 N and take exit 211 for MS-7 N in Grenada County.
- Take exit 211 and merge onto MS-7 N toward Coffeeville.
- Follow MS-7 N to S Lamar Blvd in Oxford. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto MS-7. At the next traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto S Lamar Blvd. At the final traffic circle, continue straight to stay on S Lamar Blvd, and you will reach your destination in Oxford, Mississippi 38655.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to follow the signs for I-55 N/Grenada/Memphis when merging onto I-55 N.
- ⚠️ Keep left at the fork to stay on the correct route.
- 🛣️ Take exit 211 onto MS-7 N to continue your journey.
- 🚦 Pay attention to the traffic circles along MS-7 and take the appropriate exits.
- 📌 Your destination is located on S Lamar Blvd in Oxford, Mississippi 38655.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
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
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Human settlement in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Oxford.
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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
6.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
1459 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
125 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
22.7 mi · 26 min
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Turn left
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Yap 3 Road
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Continue on Gloster Road
3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gloster Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Gloster Road
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Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi · 15 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oxford-Meadville Road
Car Route Details
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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
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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 Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Oxford?
The road trip is about 101.5 miles (163.3 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Wesson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.3 miles from Jackson and 52.1 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.6 miles (133 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.56 one way or $27.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackson and Sunny near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Wesson
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 Wesson.
Brookhaven
Hazlehurst station
McComb
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 82.63 mi (132.98 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 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 28,635 |
| Coordinates | 31.2679500, -90.8981600 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford-Meadville Road (-90.898562, 31.26795)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.56 | $27.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.25 | $30.49 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.56 | $33.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.39 | $38.77 |
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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