How far is Morgantown, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Morgantown, MS to Jackson, MS is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Morgantown and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown and Jackson.
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Start on Morgantown Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Morgantown Road
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Continue on Morgantown Road
53 m · 5 sec · Morgantown Road
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Turn left
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
53.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight left
1129 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
53.2 mi · 57 min
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Keep slight left to continue on South State Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · South State Street
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Turn left onto East Pearl Street
1309 ft · 32 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 Morgantown and Jackson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Morgantown Road
Merge slight left
53.2 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Sunny leaving Morgantown and Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Morgantown to Jackson?
The road trip is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Brookhaven is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.7 miles from Morgantown and 45 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:00 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.19 one way or $26.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Morgantown and Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Brookhaven
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 Brookhaven.
Brookhaven
Hazlehurst station
McComb
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Morgantown and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 84.65 mi (136.23 km).
#1 Morgantown
Morgantown is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.5726700, -91.3476100 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| 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: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $3.67 | $13.19 | $26.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $14.91 | $29.81 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $16.35 | $32.70 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $20.64 | $41.28 |
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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