How far is Kiln, MS from Jackson, MS?

The driving distance from Kiln, MS to Jackson, MS is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 137.9 miles (221.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 21m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
158.28 mi
02h 40m
Flight
137.85 mi
221.85 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
137.85 mi
Kilometers
221.85 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
158.28 mi
Kilometers
254.72 km
Drive Time
02h 40m

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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 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jackson
Wed, Apr 15, 7:59 PM CDT
Return by in Kiln
Wed, Apr 15, 10:40 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kiln
2026-04-15T17:18
Arrive Jackson
Wed, Apr 15, 7:59 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:41 AM to 12:41 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:08 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kiln
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Sumrall
MS

City in Lamar County, Mississippi, United States of America

From Kiln
78.9 mi
01h 20m
To Jackson
79.3 mi
01h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 10:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE
Destination
85°F
Today

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 8:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Kiln and Jackson.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kiln and Jackson.

  1. 1

    Start on Kiln Delisle Road

    28 m · 5 sec · Kiln Delisle Road

  2. 2

    Turn right

    15.2 mi · 23 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    15.6 mi · 23 min

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right

    1317 ft · 33 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    40.4 mi · 43 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North, MS 42 West: Jackson

    1123 ft · 39 sec

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    5.4 mi · 7 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    5.3 mi · 6 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    1077 ft · 14 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    65.7 mi · 1 hr 20 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right

    862 ft · 21 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on Jackson

    1.1 km · 1 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight left

    1 mi · 1 min

  16. 16

    Merge slight right

    1782 ft · 25 sec

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward US 51 North

    1519 ft · 37 sec

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto South State Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · South State Street

  19. 19

    Turn left onto East Pearl Street

    1309 ft · 32 sec · East Pearl Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Pearl Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Kiln and Jackson.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
20 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 49 North
84.3 mi · 53%
Kiln Delisle Road
56.3 mi · 36%
South State Street
1.26 mi · 1%
US 51 North
0.29 mi
East Pearl Street
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

US 49 North

Continue straight

65.7 mi · 01h 20m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 40m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.4 mi
137.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sumrall
01h 20m from Kiln
Leave By
1:08 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Kiln and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Jackson.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kiln to Jackson?

The road trip is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?

Sumrall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.9 miles from Kiln and 79.3 miles from Jackson.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 137.9 miles (221.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.4 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 1:08 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.13 one way or $42.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kiln and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Jackson.

Stop Ideas Near Sumrall

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Sumrall, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sumrall.

BUS

Hattiesburg, MS

16 mi away
7297 US Highway 49
RAIL

Hattiesburg station

26 mi away
308 Newman St.
RAIL

Laurel station

50 mi away
230 North Maple Street
RAIL

Brookhaven

87 mi away
East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kiln and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 137.85 mi (221.85 km).

Kiln

#1 Kiln

Census-designated place in Hancock County, Mississippi

Population2,238
Coordinates30.4090800, -89.4350500
Altitude7
CountryUnited States
Jackson

#2 Jackson

The capital and most populous city of Mississippi.

Population157,821
Coordinates32.2987600, -90.1848100
Altitude85
CountryUnited States
Start: Kiln Delisle Road (-89.43507, 30.409033)
End: East Pearl Street (-90.184815, 32.298733)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 255 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.58 gal
21.14 L · about $21.13
Round trip
$42.26
11.16 gal · 42.28 L
Estimated CO2
49.6 kg one way
Round trip: 99.2 kg / 219 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $21.13 $42.26
Mid-grade $4.26 $23.77 $47.53
Premium $4.63 $25.81 $51.62
Diesel $5.42 $30.22 $60.43

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Kiln and Jackson. The current time is 17:18:46.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.