Origin
Auburn, MS
Late night in Auburn on Tuesday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, MS to Jonestown, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
114.4 mi
184 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, MS
Dominik Gryzbon
Jonestown, MS
Denniz Futalan
Trip Overview
Auburn to Jonestown is 114.4 miles and takes about 2h 25m via US 278 and I 22, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the trip. With a duration under three hours and a manageable fuel cost, this is a straightforward, one-day journey. It’s a practical option if you’re looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.2 miles from Auburn, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 278 | 48.8 mi | 1h 4m |
| Pontotoc Parkway West | 29.8 mi | 34m |
| I 22 | 12.8 mi | 13m |
| Belen Road | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| MS 9 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Auburn Road / County Road 931 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| MS 6 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| MS 316 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 278
— 48.8 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, MS and Jonestown, MS.
1
Start on County Road 1438
119 ft
·
10 sec
·
County Road 1438
2
Turn left onto CR 931
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Auburn Road / County Road 931
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
4
Merge onto I 22; US 78
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 22; US 78
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 76--
Toward MS 9 South: Sherman, Pontotoc
6
Turn slight left
131 ft
·
10 sec
7
Turn left onto MS 9
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
MS 9
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Oxford, University of Mississippi
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto US 278; MS 6
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Pontotoc Parkway West
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 278; MS 6
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Pontotoc Parkway West
11
Continue on MS 6; US 278
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
MS 6; US 278
12
Continue on US 278; MS 6
49 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
US 278; MS 6
13
Turn right onto MS 316
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Belen Road
14
Turn left onto MS 316
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
MS 316
15
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn left onto Church Street
203 ft
·
11 sec
·
Church Street
17
Turn right onto 2nd Street
253 ft
·
11 sec
·
2nd Street
18
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 2 hours and 25 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Aiming for a morning start will allow you to arrive well before the afternoon rush. Since the longest stretch without needing to stop is nearly 50 miles on US 278, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. While this drive is quite direct, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially when covering the 114.4 miles. The $17 fuel cost suggests a relatively efficient trip, so you likely won't need extensive stops.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.2 miles from Auburn, MS, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 25 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonestown, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Auburn, MS
This is one driving day of about 114.4 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Auburn, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 278 for about 48.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.2 miles from Auburn, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 13.8 and 114.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
13.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward MS 9 South: Sherman, Pontotoc
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 76--
Toward MS 9 South: Sherman, Pontotoc
5
14.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
MS 9
Turn left onto MS 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
24 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Oxford, University of Mississippi
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Oxford, Universi...
5
114.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
Church Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
114.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
|
2nd Street
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.28 one way
$34.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $18.97 | $37.93 |
| premium | $4.56 | $20.53 | $41.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.26 | $50.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.3 | 0 | $12.01 | $5.49 |
| Efficient EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.02 | $7.32 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jonestown, MS
Late night in Jonestown on Tuesday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily into highway driving, with 89% of the journey on main roads like US 278 and I 22. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 48.8 miles on US 278, offering a consistent pace. The profile is largely highway-focused, meaning you'll experience more of a continuous drive rather than a winding or technically challenging path. This setup is ideal for covering ground efficiently, with the majority of your time spent on faster-paced roadways.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.8 mi on US 278.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 278 and Pontotoc Parkway West. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 114.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (MS 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Auburn, MS and Jonestown, MS, road signs point toward Pontotoc and University Of Mississippi.
Pontotoc
13.8 mi in
|
~16m
University Of Mississippi
24 mi in
|
~28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 114.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.8 miles on US 278. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (MS 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jonestown, MS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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