How far is Starkville, MS from Jackson, MS?
The driving distance from Starkville, MS to Jackson, MS is about 125.7 miles (202.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.3 miles (180.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m 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 02h 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Starkville and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Starkville and Jackson.
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Start on the route
88 m · 27 sec
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Turn left
65 m · 16 sec
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Continue on Victory Lane
869 ft · 43 sec · Victory Lane
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Turn left onto Yellow Jacket Drive
1206 ft · 58 sec · Yellow Jacket Drive
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Turn right onto Louisville Street
884 ft · 20 sec · Louisville Street
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Turn left
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1755 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 52 sec
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
24.9 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right
93.2 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Canton Road
814 ft · 20 sec · Old Canton Road
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Turn straight onto North State Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · North State Street
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Turn right 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 Starkville 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.
Louisville Street
Take the exit slight right
93.2 mi · 01h 48m
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.
Sunny leaving Starkville 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 Starkville to Jackson?
The road trip is about 125.7 miles (202.3 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Wiggins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.3 miles from Starkville and 62.3 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.3 miles (180.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.81 one way or $33.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Starkville and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Wiggins
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 Wiggins.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Starkville and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 112.28 mi (180.7 km).
#1 Starkville
City in Mississippi
| Population | 25,540 |
| Coordinates | 33.4504900, -88.8196100 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| 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: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $16.81 | $33.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.91 | $37.82 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.54 | $41.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.04 | $48.09 |
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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