How far is Jackson, MS from Sardis, MS?
The driving distance from Jackson, MS to Sardis, MS is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Sardis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Sardis.
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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
33 mi · 37 min · South State Street
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 28: Hazlehurst, Fayette
1083 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight left
121 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Caldwell Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Caldwell Drive
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Turn left onto West Gallatin Street
702 ft · 22 sec · West Gallatin Street
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Turn right onto Georgetown Street
148 m · 13 sec · Georgetown Street
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Continue on Monticello Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Monticello Street
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Turn straight onto Monticello Road
5 mi · 12 min · Monticello Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Monticello Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Sardis.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South State Street
Turn right onto South State Street
33 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Jackson and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Sardis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Sardis?
The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Crystal Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Jackson and 20.9 miles from Sardis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.60 one way or $11.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Jackson and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Sardis.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal Springs
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 Crystal Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Sardis. Straight-line distance: 35.35 mi (56.89 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 Sardis
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,529 |
| Coordinates | 31.8010000, -90.3242600 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sardis (-90.32426, 31.801)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.60 | $11.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.30 | $12.61 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
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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