How far is Newton, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Newton, MS to Jackson, MS is about 64 miles (103 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.7 miles (96 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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.
City in Scott County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newton and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newton and Jackson.
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Start on South Main Street
57 m · 13 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Church Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · West Church Street
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Continue on West Church Street
72 m · 7 sec · West Church Street
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Turn straight
6.2 mi · 9 min
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Take the ramp left
1154 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
53.8 mi · 58 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 Newton 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.
West Church Street
Merge slight left
53.8 mi · 00h 58m
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 Newton 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 Newton to Jackson?
The road trip is about 64 miles (103 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Morton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from Newton and 32.2 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.7 miles (96 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 4:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Newton and Partly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Morton
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 Morton.
Union Station
Hazlehurst station
Laurel station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newton and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 59.66 mi (96.02 km).
#1 Newton
City in Newton County, Mississippi
| Population | 3,123 |
| Coordinates | 32.3212600, -89.1633900 |
| Altitude | 130 |
| 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: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
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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