How far is Magee, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Magee, MS to Jackson, MS is about 43.4 miles (69.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.5 miles (63.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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 Simpson 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 Magee and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Magee and Jackson.
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Start on 1st Avenue Northwest
45 m · 10 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest
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Turn right onto Sanatorium Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Sanatorium Road
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Turn straight onto Sanitorium Road
1.1 mi · 1 min · Sanitorium Road
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Continue on New Galilee Road
1274 ft · 21 sec · New Galilee Road
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Turn right
37 m · 3 sec
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Turn left
34.4 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right
1782 ft · 25 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 North
1519 ft · 37 sec
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Turn straight onto South State Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South State Street
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Turn left onto East Pearl Street
1309 ft · 30 sec · East Pearl Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pearl Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Magee and Jackson.
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.
Longest stretch
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34.4 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.
Partly Sunny leaving Magee and Partly Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Magee to Jackson?
The road trip is about 43.4 miles (69.8 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Braxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Magee and 21.9 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.5 miles (63.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.79 one way or $11.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Magee and Partly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Braxton
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 Braxton.
Union Station
Hazlehurst station
Brookhaven
Laurel station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Magee and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 39.49 mi (63.56 km).
#1 Magee
City in Simpson County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 4,094 |
| Coordinates | 31.8737700, -89.7336900 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
The capital and most populous city of Mississippi.
| Population | 157,821 |
| Coordinates | 32.2987600, -90.1848100 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Pearl Street (-90.184815, 32.298733)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.52 | $13.03 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.08 | $14.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.28 | $16.57 |
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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