Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
42.3 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beechwood, MS
大 董
Jackson, MS to Beechwood, MS is 42.3 miles and takes about 52 minutes via I 20 and MS 27, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on interstate, making it an easy option for a quick commute or a brief leg of a longer journey. You won't need an overnight stay; this route is designed for same-day travel, fitting easily into most schedules.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 38.1 mi | 42m |
| University Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| MS 27 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Paxton Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| East Pearl Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Beechwood, MS.
Start on East Pearl Street
Keep slight left at fork onto University Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
Continue on University Boulevard
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 20; US 49
Take the exit
Merge onto MS 27
Turn straight onto MS 27
Turn right
Turn left onto Paxton Road
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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.
A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Jackson, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 40.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto University Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Merge onto I 20; US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward MS 27: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto MS 27
Merge point - match speed before joining
Regular Gas
$6.39 one way
$12.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.59 | $15.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Beechwood on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
84°F
Clinton, MS
21 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 92% of the route utilizing major roads like I 20. Expect a consistent pace for most of the 42.3 miles, including a significant stretch of 38.1 miles on I 20 without needing to exit. The profile suggests a highway-focused experience, meaning you'll likely encounter typical interstate conditions rather than winding backroads or challenging terrain. This makes for a predictable and efficient journey.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and University Boulevard. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near University Boulevard.
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 42.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.5 miles (University Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.6 miles (University Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.4 miles (I 20; US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 42.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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