How far is Jackson, MS from Wesson, MS?
The driving distance from Jackson, MS to Wesson, MS is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.1 miles (69.4 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Wesson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Wesson.
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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
37.6 mi · 42 min · South State Street
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Take the exit slight right
1622 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto Cooper Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · Cooper Drive
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Turn straight onto Old Hwy 51 Road
2291 ft · 1 min · Old Hwy 51 Road
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Turn right
6.8 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Spring Street
26 m · 4 sec · Spring Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Spring Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Wesson.
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
37.6 mi · 00h 42m
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 then Mostly Sunny leaving Jackson and Showers And Thunderstorms near Wesson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Wesson?
The road trip is about 46.4 miles (74.6 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 23.2 miles from Jackson and 23.1 miles from Wesson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 $6.21 one way or $12.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Mostly Sunny around Jackson and Showers And Thunderstorms near Wesson.
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 Wesson. Straight-line distance: 43.12 mi (69.4 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 Wesson
Human settlement in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,849 |
| Coordinates | 31.7012800, -90.3975900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wesson (-90.39759, 31.70128)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.98 | $13.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.59 | $15.17 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.88 | $17.76 |
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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