Trip from Jackson, MS to Southaven, MS

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 37m

Distance

196.7 mi

317 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 25m ★

6 AM

3h 37m

8 AM

4h 2m

10 AM

3h 46m

12 PM

3h 44m

3 PM

3h 47m

5 PM

4h 1m

8 PM

3h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Southaven, MS

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Trip Overview

This 197.8-mile drive from Jackson, MS, to Southaven, MS, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads like South Lamar Street, East Capitol Street, and North State Street, with no highway segments, suggesting a more engaged driving experience. The region remains within the Southeast for the entirety of the journey. This trip is best suited for those who prefer a more hands-on driving experience over high-speed travel.

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

98.4 miles from Jackson, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 55	191.4 mi	3h 26m
North State Street	2.3 mi	3m
Lakeland Drive	0.8 mi	1m
Stateline Road West	0.4 mi	<1m
East Capitol Street	0.3 mi	<1m
Millbranch Road	0.2 mi	<1m
Haleville Drive	0.2 mi	<1m
Old Canton Road	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 55 — 191.4 mi, about 3h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, MS and Southaven, MS.

Start on East Pearl Street

452 ft · 15 sec · East Pearl Street

Turn right onto South Lamar Street

378 ft · 10 sec · South Lamar Street

Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street

7 ft · 0 sec · East Capitol Street

Continue on East Capitol Street

0.1 mi · 11 sec · East Capitol Street

Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street

51 ft · 1 sec · East Capitol Street

Continue on East Capitol Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East Capitol Street

At end of road, turn left onto US 51

2.3 mi · 3 min · North State Street

Turn slight right onto Old Canton Road

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Old Canton Road

Turn right onto Lakeland Drive

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lakeland Drive

Turn left

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Merge onto I 55

191 mi · 3 hr 26 min · I 55

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward Southaven, Horn Lake

Turn left onto Stateline Road West

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Stateline Road West

Turn left onto Millbranch Road

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Millbranch Road

Turn right onto Haleville Drive

0.2 mi · 53 sec · Haleville Drive

Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Five Oaks Drive North

Arrive at destination

Five Oaks Drive West

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2 hour and 53 minute duration, this 197.8-mile drive from Jackson to Southaven is easily accomplished in one day. You'll want to plan for one stop, as indicated in the data, to break up the drive and refuel. The estimated fuel cost is around $30, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing. Since there's a 0% highway share, be prepared for a turn-heavy experience and keep your navigation readily accessible, especially when transitioning between South Lamar Street, East Capitol Street, and North State Street.

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 98.4 miles from Jackson, MS, or about 1h 49m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 191.4 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 43 miles or 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 98.4 miles or 1h 49m 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 56m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southaven, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Jackson, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 196.7 miles and 3h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 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 I 55 for about 191.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Winona, MS

98 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

Canton, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Winona, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 98.4 miles from Jackson, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 191.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Senatobia, Mississippi

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 168.6

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+16623018538

Visit website

Red Samurai Express

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Madison, Mississippi

1.6 mi

Yamato Sushi & Steakhouse of Senatobia

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Senatobia, MS

2.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Urban Foxes

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jackson, Mississippi

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+17695725505

Visit website

Coffee Prose Midtown

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jackson, Mississippi

1.6 mi

Soule' coffee + bubbletea

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jackson, Mississippi

2.6 mi

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 168.6

Senatobia, Mississippi

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+16623018538

Visit website

Mazzio’s Pizza & Wings

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.1

Madison, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16018537778

Visit website

Red Samurai Express

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.1

Madison, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17693000654

Visit website

Yamato Sushi & Steakhouse of Senatobia

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 168.6

Senatobia, MS

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+16623011478

Visit website

The Delta Bean Coffee Shop

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16623077323

Northshore Specialty Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+16014149847

Visit website

Urban Foxes

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+17695725505

Visit website

Coffee Prose Midtown

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17692080230

Visit website

Soule' coffee + bubbletea

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

Visit website

Sipp on Sunset

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 112.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–6:30 pm

Visit website

Donut Place #2

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 112.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+16018121486

Quarter Boyz mc clubhouse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.4

Grenada, Mississippi

+16626883951

Lift Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 112.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 112.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 196.7

Southaven, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.8 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 196.7

Southaven, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Mississippi Museum of Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+16019601515

Visit website

Mississippi Civil Rights Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16015766800

Visit website

601 Escape Rooms

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: Closed

+16012603334

Visit website

Old Capitol Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–1 pm

+16015766920

Visit website

Museum of Mississippi History

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16015766800

Visit website

Cathead Distillery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 4–9 pm

+16016673038

Visit website

Smith Robertson Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16019601457

Visit website

Merci Train

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+16015766920

Visit website

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 195.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Lamar Street

Turn right onto South Lamar Street

Navigation decision point

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Capitol Street

Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Capitol Street

Enter roundabout onto East Capitol Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

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

195.5 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in

Take the exit toward Southaven, Horn Lake

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Southaven, Horn Lake

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.71 one way

$59.41 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$32.61	$65.22
premium	$4.56	$35.31	$70.61
diesel	$5.61	$43.43	$86.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 68.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	59	$20.65	$9.44
Efficient EV	49.2	$17.21	$7.87
EV Truck/SUV	78.7	$27.54	$12.59

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 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 15, 2026

Origin

Jackson, MS

Late night in Jackson on Sunday

Local time

2:54 AM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Southaven, MS

Late night in Southaven on Sunday

Local time

2:54 AM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Winona, MS

98 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 37m 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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

National Monument

In 1955, 14-year-old Emmett Till traveled to Money, Mississippi, to visit relatives. He was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered after reportedly whistling at a white woman. His mother, Mamie Till-Mobley...

28 mi from route ~71 min detour Free near mile 128.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entire 197.8 miles, as this route features a 0% highway share. The journey is characterized by frequent navigation through city streets and local thoroughfares, rather than long stretches of uninterrupted highway. The absence of any significant highway segments means you'll be navigating at lower speeds and through more varied traffic patterns. This driving personality makes it a more engaging experience for those who enjoy being actively involved in the navigation process.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 191.4 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and North State Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Lamar Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Jackson, MS to Southaven, MS is easy. At 3h 37m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 196.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 191.4 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument and Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Southaven, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Jackson, MS to Southaven, MS

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

Urban Foxes

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

Mazzio’s Pizza & Wings

Red Samurai Express

Yamato Sushi & Steakhouse of Senatobia

The Delta Bean Coffee Shop

Northshore Specialty Coffee

Urban Foxes

Coffee Prose Midtown

Soule' coffee + bubbletea

Sipp on Sunset

Donut Place #2

Quarter Boyz mc clubhouse

Lift Coffee Co.

Happy Eats & Acai Bar, Grenada

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Mississippi Museum of Art

Mississippi Civil Rights Museum

601 Escape Rooms

Old Capitol Museum

Museum of Mississippi History

Cathead Distillery

Smith Robertson Museum

Merci Train

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Jackson, MS

Southaven, MS

Same local time

Very similar conditions

3h 37m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

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How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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