Origin
Lambert, MS
Late night in Lambert on Tuesday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lambert, MS to Jackson, 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
3h 19m
Distance
173.1 mi
279 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
★
6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lambert, MS
Ulrick Trappschuh
Trip Overview
Lambert, MS to Jackson, MS is 173.1 miles and takes about 3h 19m via I 55, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive primarily utilizes I 55, making it a straightforward journey within Mississippi. Given its relatively short duration and focus on a major interstate, this route is best suited for travelers seeking efficient transit between these two points in the Southeast region. You can expect a predictable travel experience, ideal for those prioritizing speed and simplicity over scenic detours.
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
86.6 miles from Lambert, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 146.4 mi | 2h 38m |
| US 278 | 20.8 mi | 29m |
| 10th Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| East Pearl Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Darby Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 146.4 mi, about 2h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lambert, MS and Jackson, MS.
1
Start on Darby Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Darby Avenue
2
Turn right onto MS 3; MS 322
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
10th Street
3
Turn right onto US 278; MS 6
21 mi
·
29 min
·
US 278; MS 6
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
5
Merge onto I 55
146 mi
·
2 hr 38 min
·
I 55
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Convention Center
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
8
Continue on East Pearl Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pearl Street
9
Arrive at destination
East Pearl Street
Trip Plan
Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and potentially avoid any midday traffic, especially as you approach Jackson. With a total drive time under 4 hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. The longest stretch without a major road change is 146.4 miles on I 55, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps before you begin that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is $26, it's always wise to top off when you see a convenient exit, especially on longer interstate portions.
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 86.6 miles from Lambert, MS, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.4 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 38 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.6 miles or 1h 44m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lambert, 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 Lambert, MS
This is one driving day of about 173.1 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Lambert, 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 146.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.6 miles from Lambert, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.4 miles.
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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 172.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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MS 3; MS 322 / 10th Street
Turn right onto MS 3; MS 322 / 10th Street
Navigation decision point
3
25.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
25.5 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
171.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Take the exit toward Convention Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Convention Center
4
172.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.14 one way
$52.28 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $28.70 | $57.40 |
| premium | $4.56 | $31.07 | $62.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.22 | $76.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.9 | 0 | $18.18 | $8.31 |
| Efficient EV | 43.3 | 0 | $15.15 | $6.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.2 | 0 | $24.23 | $11.08 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Destination
Jackson, MS
Late night in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Winona, MS
87 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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 19m 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
near mile 173.1
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 55. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 146.4 miles on I 55, meaning extended periods of consistent speed and minimal turns. The profile suggests a drive where the primary challenge is maintaining focus during the longer interstate segments, rather than navigating complex road changes. Expect a consistent driving experience, largely on well-maintained interstate highways.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 146.4 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 278. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near MS 3; MS 322 / 10th Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lambert, MS to Jackson, MS is easy. At 3h 19m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MS 3; MS 322 / 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 25.5 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining.
About the Cities
Arriving in Jackson, MS
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 173.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 146.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MS 3; MS 322 / 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 25.5 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Jackson, 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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