This 188.9-mile journey from Jackson, MS to Amory, MS is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend around 3 hours and 47 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated at $29. The route predominantly utilizes MS Hwy 25 and US 45, making it a highly efficient trip within Mississippi. With 91% of the drive on highways, it's designed for steady progress rather than leisurely exploration. This drive is ideal for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
94.5 miles from Jackson, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MS Hwy 25
79.6 mi
1h 30m
MS 25
57.2 mi
1h 5m
US 45
23.3 mi
29m
Lakeland Drive
13.1 mi
16m
MS 8
6.5 mi
9m
Highway 125
5.2 mi
9m
North State Street
2.3 mi
3m
US 278
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
MS Hwy 25
— 79.6 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Amory, MS.
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Start on East Pearl Street
452 ft·15 sec·East Pearl Street
2
Turn right onto South Lamar Street
378 ft·10 sec·South Lamar Street
3
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
7 ft·0 sec·East Capitol Street
4
Continue on East Capitol Street
0.1 mi·11 sec·East Capitol Street
5
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
51 ft·1 sec·East Capitol Street
6
Continue on East Capitol Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·East Capitol Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 51
2.3 mi·3 min·North State Street
8
Turn slight right onto Old Canton Road
0.2 mi·16 sec·Old Canton Road
9
Turn right onto Lakeland Drive
13 mi·16 min·Lakeland Drive
10
Continue on MS 25
80 mi·1 hr 30 min·MS Hwy 25
11
Take the exit onto MS 25
25 mi·29 min·MS 25
12
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
2.4 mi·2 min·MS 25
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on MS 25
3.8 mi·4 min·MS 25
14
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
26 mi·28 min·MS 25
Toward US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West Point
15
Take the exit onto US 45
0.5 mi·55 sec·US 45
Toward US 45 North: AberdeenUse the slight right lane.
16
Continue on US 45; MS 50
13 mi·16 min·US 45; MS 50
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on US 45
2.0 mi·2 min·US 45
18
Continue on US 45
1.9 mi·2 min·US 45
19
Continue on US 45
1.8 mi·2 min·US 45
20
Continue on US 45
0.8 mi·55 sec·US 45
21
Continue on US 45
2.2 mi·2 min·US 45
22
Continue on US 45
0.8 mi·52 sec·US 45
23
Continue on US 45
0.3 mi·17 sec·US 45
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Toward MS 25 North, MS 8 East: Amory
25
Continue on MS 8; MS 25
6.5 mi·9 min·MS 8; MS 25
26
Turn left onto Highway 125
5.2 mi·9 min·Highway 125
27
Turn right onto US 278
0.4 mi·59 sec·US 278
28
Turn left onto MS 25
0.4 mi·40 sec·South Main Street
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
47 ft·2 sec·2nd Avenue South
30
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue South
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 47-minute duration, starting your trip in the morning is recommended to maximize your day. With only one stop indicated and a high highway share, you have flexibility in pacing. The estimated fuel cost of $29 makes budgeting straightforward. A key tip for this route is to ensure your fuel tank is reasonably full before departing Jackson, as the longest stretch on MS Hwy 25 is nearly 80 miles, offering fewer immediate refueling opportunities along that specific segment.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 94.5 miles from Jackson, MS, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.6 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 42 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.5 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Amory, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jackson, 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 Jackson, MS
This is one driving day of about 188.9 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Jackson, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on MS Hwy 25 for about 79.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 188.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South Lamar Street
Turn right onto South Lamar Street
Navigation decision point
6
120.5 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|MS 25
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
126.7 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|MS 25
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25 toward US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West...
6
152.8 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|US 45
Take the exit onto US 45 toward US 45 North: Aberdeen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 45 North: Aberdeen
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188.6 mi into trip|~3h 46m in|MS 25 / South Main Street
Turn left onto MS 25 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.53 one way
$57.06 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$31.32
$62.63
premium
$4.56
$33.91
$67.81
diesel
$5.61
$41.71
$83.41
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.7
0
$19.83
$9.07
Efficient EV
47.2
0
$16.53
$7.56
EV Truck/SUV
75.6
0
$26.45
$12.09
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Jackson, MS
Late night
in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
SSW 5 to 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Amory, MS
Late night
in Amory on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 to 10 mph22% chanceLive forecast
79°F
Louisville, MS
94 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 47m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...
24 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 188.9
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 188.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Your drive will be largely highway-centric, with 91% of the total mileage on faster roads like MS Hwy 25 and US 45. You'll experience a significant stretch of 79.6 miles on MS Hwy 25 without interruption, which means consistent speed and minimal stops. This highway-focused profile suggests a steady pace for most of the trip, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. The road character is geared towards direct travel between these two Mississippi cities.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.6 mi on MS Hwy 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS Hwy 25 and MS 25. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Lamar Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 188.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (South Lamar Street): Navigation decision point; at 120.5 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.7 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Jackson, MS to Amory, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Point along the way.
Jackson is the capital of the state of Mississippi. While it may not offer much in terms of tourism today, Jackson can be used as a stopover for getting to other parts of the state or further.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 188.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.6 miles on MS Hwy 25. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Amory, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Lamar Street): Navigation decision point; at 120.5 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.7 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, Tupelo National Battlefield and Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Amory, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
