How far is Rolling Fork, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Rolling Fork, MS to Jackson, MS is about 87.4 miles (140.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.2 miles (93.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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 29m.
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 the US state of Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rolling Fork and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rolling Fork and Jackson.
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Start on the route
39 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Locust Street
55 m · 12 sec · Locust Street
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Turn left onto Race Street
1843 ft · 31 sec · Race Street
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Turn right
42.8 mi · 58 min
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Keep slight left
1749 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight
142 m · 16 sec
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Take the ramp sharp left
1107 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
37.1 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Ellis Avenue North
1053 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight onto Ellis Avenue
1440 ft · 29 sec · Ellis Avenue
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Turn slight right
67 m · 9 sec
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Turn slight right
2430 ft · 41 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto University Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · University Boulevard
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Turn straight onto West Pascagoula Street
1 km · 1 min · West Pascagoula Street
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Turn left onto South West Street
115 m · 18 sec · South West Street
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Turn left onto East Pearl Street
47 m · 3 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 Rolling Fork 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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
42.8 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rolling Fork 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 Rolling Fork to Jackson?
The road trip is about 87.4 miles (140.7 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Vicksburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.3 miles from Rolling Fork and 45.1 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.2 miles (93.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.70 one way or $23.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rolling Fork and Partly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Vicksburg
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 Vicksburg.
Vicksburg, MS
Union Station
Yazoo City
Hazlehurst station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rolling Fork and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 58.24 mi (93.73 km).
#1 Rolling Fork
City in Sharkey County, Mississippi
| Population | 1,849 |
| Coordinates | 32.9065200, -90.8781600 |
| Altitude | 32 |
| 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: 141 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.29 | $28.58 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.73 | $33.46 |
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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