How far is North Tunica, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from North Tunica, MS to Jackson, MS is about 201.5 miles (324.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 166.3 miles (267.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Montgomery 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 North Tunica and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Tunica and Jackson.
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Start on Gay Street
42 m · 8 sec · Gay Street
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Turn right onto Sears Avenue
146 m · 26 sec · Sears Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Prichard Road
143 m · 13 sec · Prichard Road
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Take the ramp slight right
59 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
11.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn left
12.5 mi · 22 min
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Continue on Old Highway 4
1.2 km · 1 min · Old Highway 4
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Continue on Main Street
2664 ft · 53 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn slight right onto West Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp right
1177 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
168.3 mi · 3 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Convention Center
2736 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
586 ft · 14 sec
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Continue on East Pearl Street
3245 ft · 1 min · 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 North Tunica and Jackson.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West Main Street
Merge slight left
168 mi · 03h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving North Tunica and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Tunica to Jackson?
The road trip is about 201.5 miles (324.3 km) and usually takes 03h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Duck Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100.4 miles from North Tunica and 101.2 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 166.3 miles (267.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.93 one way or $53.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around North Tunica and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Duck Hill
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 Duck Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Tunica and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 166.35 mi (267.71 km).
#1 North Tunica
Census-designated place in Tunica County, Mississippi
| Population | 1,035 |
| Coordinates | 34.7009300, -90.3781500 |
| 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: 324 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 30m |
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 | $26.93 | $53.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $30.28 | $60.56 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.88 | $65.77 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $38.50 | $77.00 |
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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