How far is Sardis, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Sardis, MS to Jackson, MS is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sardis and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sardis and Jackson.
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Start on Monticello Road
5 mi · 12 min · Monticello Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Monticello Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Monticello Street
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Continue on Georgetown Street
148 m · 19 sec · Georgetown Street
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Turn left onto West Gallatin Street
702 ft · 24 sec · West Gallatin Street
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Turn right onto Caldwell Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Caldwell Drive
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Turn left
1 km · 1 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55
1419 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
29.9 mi · 32 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 Sardis and Jackson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55
Merge slight left
29.9 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Sardis and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sardis to Jackson?
The road trip is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Crystal Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.8 miles from Sardis and 23.9 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.95 one way or $11.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Sardis and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal Springs
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 Crystal Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sardis and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 35.35 mi (56.89 km).
#1 Sardis
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,529 |
| Coordinates | 31.8010000, -90.3242600 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.95 | $11.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
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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