How far is Sharon, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Sharon, MS to Jackson, MS is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.7 miles (117 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 26m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
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 Simpson 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 Sharon and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon and Jackson.
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Start on Sharon Moss Road
41 m · 6 sec · Sharon Moss Road
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Turn right onto Randy Chancellor Memorial Highway
5 mi · 9 min · Randy Chancellor Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto Northview Drive
2727 ft · 1 min · Northview Drive
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Turn left onto Audubon Drive
605 ft · 19 sec · Audubon Drive
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Turn straight onto Old Bay Springs Road
666 ft · 21 sec · Old Bay Springs Road
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Turn right onto Parker Drive
3056 ft · 2 min · Parker Drive
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Turn left
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway
27.2 mi · 31 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit right toward US 49 North: Jackson
1266 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
57 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 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 · 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 Sharon 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.
US 49 North
Merge slight left
57 mi · 01h 09m
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 Sharon 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 Sharon to Jackson?
The road trip is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Magee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Sharon and 37.8 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.7 miles (117 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 3:04 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.32 one way or $22.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sharon and Partly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Magee
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 Magee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sharon and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 72.69 mi (116.98 km).
#1 Sharon
Sharon is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.7896000, -89.0986700 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| 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: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $11.32 | $22.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.20 | $12.81 | $25.62 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $17.62 | $35.24 |
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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