How far is West Point, MS from Jackson, MS?

The driving distance from West Point, MS to Jackson, MS is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 126.9 miles (204.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
148.77 mi
02h 30m
Flight
126.85 mi
204.15 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
126.85 mi
Kilometers
204.15 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
148.77 mi
Kilometers
239.43 km
Drive Time
02h 30m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jackson
Wed, Apr 22, 10:09 PM CDT
Return by in West Point
Thu, Apr 23, 12:39 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Point
2026-04-22T19:38
Arrive Jackson
Wed, Apr 22, 10:09 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:31 AM to 12:31 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:28 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Point
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Noxapater
MS

Town in Mississippi, USA

From West Point
74.1 mi
01h 15m
To Jackson
74.7 mi
01h 15m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
79°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between West Point and Jackson.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Point and Jackson.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    10 m · 8 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Division Street

    64 m · 11 sec · North Division Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West Main Street

    2622 ft · 60 sec · West Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto US Highway 45 Alternate

    8 mi · 10 min · US Highway 45 Alternate

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville

    11.8 mi · 13 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward MS 25 South: Louisville

    5 mi · 7 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    1.9 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight right

    24.9 mi · 28 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right

    93.2 mi · 1 hr 48 min

  10. 10

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Canton Road

    814 ft · 20 sec · Old Canton Road

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto North State Street

    2.4 mi · 4 min · North State Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Pearl Street

    1309 ft · 32 sec · East Pearl Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Pearl Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Point and Jackson.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
MS 25 South
125 mi · 84%
US 82 West
11.8 mi · 8%
US Highway 45 Alternate
8 mi · 5%
North State Street
2.36 mi · 2%
West Main Street
0.5 mi
East Pearl Street
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

MS 25 South

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 30m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.9 mi
126.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Noxapater
01h 15m from West Point
Leave By
1:28 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving West Point 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 West Point to Jackson?

The road trip is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?

Noxapater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.1 miles from West Point and 74.7 miles from Jackson.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 126.9 miles (204.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 1:28 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.88 one way or $39.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Point and Partly Sunny near Jackson.

Stop Ideas Near Noxapater

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Noxapater, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Noxapater.

RAIL

Union Station

78 mi away
1901 Front Street
RAIL

Greenwood

119 mi away
Carrolton Ave. and East Gibbs Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Point and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 126.85 mi (204.15 km).

West Point

#1 West Point

Federal service academy in West Point, New York, United States

Population10,378
Coordinates33.6076200, -88.6503300
Altitude71
CountryUnited States
Jackson

#2 Jackson

The capital and most populous city of Mississippi.

Population157,821
Coordinates32.2987600, -90.1848100
Altitude85
CountryUnited States
Start: (-88.650329, 33.607691)
End: East Pearl Street (-90.184815, 32.298733)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 239 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.25 gal
19.87 L · about $19.88
Round trip
$39.76
10.5 gal · 39.74 L
Estimated CO2
46.7 kg one way
Round trip: 93.3 kg / 206 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $19.88 $39.76
Mid-grade $4.26 $22.36 $44.72
Premium $4.63 $24.28 $48.56
Diesel $5.42 $28.43 $56.86

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between West Point and Jackson. The current time is 19:38:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.