How far is Jackson, MS from Richland, MS?
The driving distance from Jackson, MS to Richland, MS is about 63.3 miles (101.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 24m.
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.
Human settlement in Yazoo County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Richland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Richland.
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Start on East Pearl Street
2478 ft · 59 sec · East Pearl Street
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Turn right onto South Gallatin Street
780 ft · 32 sec · South Gallatin Street
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Turn left onto West Amite Street
2180 ft · 44 sec · West Amite Street
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Turn right onto West Capitol Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · West Capitol Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1945 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North: Yazoo City
1360 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Medgar Evers Boulevard
39.5 mi · 49 min · Medgar Evers Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
15.2 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto Logger Lake Road
1.4 mi · 6 min · Logger Lake Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Front Road
1124 ft · 49 sec · Front Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Front Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Richland.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Medgar Evers Boulevard
Merge slight left onto Medgar Evers Boulevard
39.5 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Jackson and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Richland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Richland?
The road trip is about 63.3 miles (101.8 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Bentonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.7 miles from Jackson and 31.6 miles from Richland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.45 one way or $16.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Jackson and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Richland.
Stop Ideas Near Bentonia
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 Bentonia.
Yazoo City
Union Station
Vicksburg, MS
Hazlehurst station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Richland. Straight-line distance: 55.77 mi (89.75 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 Richland
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 7,270 |
| Coordinates | 33.0642900, -90.4887000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richland (-90.4887, 33.06429)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.45 | $16.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.50 | $19.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.31 | $20.63 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.08 | $24.15 |
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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