Origin
Richland, MS
Late night in Richland on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richland, MS to Jackson, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
6.4 mi
10 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richland, MS
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Trip Overview
Richland, MS to Jackson, MS is 6.4 miles and takes about 12 minutes via Highway 49 South/US 49/South State Street, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, straightforward drive keeps you within the Southeast region, specifically within Mississippi. It's a quick hop, perfect for a day trip or an easy connection between these two nearby cities. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 49 South | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| US 49 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South State Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| I 20 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Pearl Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Hwy 49 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 49 South
— 1.9 mi, about 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richland, MS and Jackson, MS.
1
Start on this road
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
2
Continue on Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Frontage Road
3
Turn left onto Old Hwy 49 North
136 ft
·
6 sec
·
Old Hwy 49 North
4
Turn right onto US 49
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 49 South
5
Take the exit onto US 49
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 49
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49
Toward Jackson
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49
8
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 20; I 55; US 49
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 51 North
10
Turn straight onto US 51
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Street
11
Turn left onto East Pearl Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Pearl Street
12
Arrive at destination
East Pearl Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 4.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Old Hwy 49 North
Turn left onto Old Hwy 49 North
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 49 / Highway 49 South
Turn right onto US 49 / Highway 49 South
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 49
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49 toward Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Jackson
4
3.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 49
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
4.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward US 51 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 51 North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$0.97 one way
$1.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.06 | $2.12 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.15 | $2.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.41 | $2.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.56 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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 Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely highway-focused, with 64% of the drive utilizing major roads like Highway 49 South and US 49. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 1.9 miles on Highway 49 South. As you move along South State Street, the character might shift slightly, but the overall feel remains that of a direct, efficient transit. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 1.9 mi on Highway 49 South.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 49 South and US 49. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Old Hwy 49 North.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 6.4 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 0.6 miles (Old Hwy 49 North): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 49 / Highway 49 South): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This is an easy same-day round trip, clocking in at just 6.4 miles and 12 minutes each way. You won't even need to worry about fuel costs on this super short hop.
Family Friendly
With only 6.4 miles and a 12-minute drive, this route is definitely short enough for kids. The 6/10 complexity means you'll be on highways quite a bit, but it's manageable for a quick family outing.
Solo Traveler
This 6.4-mile, 12-minute drive is incredibly comfortable for a solo traveler. You'll spend 64% of the time on the highway, making it a straightforward and quick journey.
EV Driver
At only 6.4 miles, this route is easily doable on a single charge for any EV. You won't need to worry about finding chargers here, as the drive is minimal.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 1.9 miles on Highway 49 South. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Jackson, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Old Hwy 49 North): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 49 / Highway 49 South): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Jackson, MS before heading back.
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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