Jackson, MS to Eupora, MS is 122.3 miles and takes about 2h 20m via I 55 and MS 182, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region of Jackson to the Southeast region of Eupora. Expect a highway-focused journey for the majority of the trip, making it a straightforward drive. With a relatively short duration and manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal for a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.2 miles from Jackson, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
85.4 mi
1h 32m
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
29.6 mi
34m
MS 182
2.8 mi
4m
North State Street
2.3 mi
3m
Lakeland Drive
0.8 mi
1m
East Capitol Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Old Canton Road
0.2 mi
<1m
East Pearl Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 85.4 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Eupora, MS.
1
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
0.8 mi·1 min·Lakeland Drive
10
Turn left
0.4 mi·52 sec
11
Merge onto I 55
85 mi·1 hr 32 min·I 55
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward US 82: Greenwood, Winona
13
Keep slight right at fork
497 ft·12 sec
14
Merge onto US 82
30 mi·34 min·Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
15
Turn left onto MS 182
2.8 mi·4 min·MS 182
16
Arrive at destination
MS 182
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over two hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering plenty of flexibility. You can depart Jackson, MS at your leisure, perhaps mid-morning, to arrive in Eupora, MS by lunchtime. The longest continuous stretch is 85.4 miles on I 55, so plan any necessary stops before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as while the estimated cost is low at $18, it’s always wise to top up before heading out, especially when you’re not planning for multiple overnight 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 61.2 miles from Jackson, MS, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.4 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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.2 miles or 1h 9m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eupora, 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 122.3 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Jackson, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 85.4 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 89.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South Lamar Street
Turn right onto South Lamar Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|East Capitol Street
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|East Capitol Street
Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|US 51 / North State Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 51 / North State Street
Navigation decision point
5
89.5 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward US 82: Greenwood, Winona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82: Greenwood, Winona
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.47 one way
$36.94 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$20.28
$40.55
premium
$4.56
$21.95
$43.90
diesel
$5.61
$27.00
$54.00
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.7
0
$12.84
$5.87
Efficient EV
30.6
0
$10.70
$4.89
EV Truck/SUV
48.9
0
$17.12
$7.83
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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 20, 2026
Origin
Jackson, MS
Late night
in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
3:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Eupora, MS
Late night
in Eupora on Tuesday
Local time
3:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
23 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 20m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 72% of the journey utilizing major highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 85.4 miles on I 55, offering a consistent pace. While I 55 forms the backbone, the route also incorporates Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard and MS 182, which may offer a slight change of scenery as you transition. Overall, anticipate a driving experience dominated by efficient travel on well-maintained roads.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.4 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Lamar Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 20m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Lamar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Capitol Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.3 miles (East Capitol Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Eupora, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Winona 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.
The longest stretch is about 85.4 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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.
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 0.1 miles (South Lamar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Capitol Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.3 miles (East Capitol Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Eupora, MS before heading back.
