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Trip from Clinton, MS to Pontotoc, MS

Drive Time

3h 46m

Distance

195.7 mi

315 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 34m ★
6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 12m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 53m
3 PM
3h 57m
5 PM
4h 11m
8 PM
3h 39m

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

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Downtown Clinton, MS, MS

Clinton, MS

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Downtown Pontotoc, MS, MS

Pontotoc, MS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Clinton, MS to Pontotoc, MS covers 195.7 miles and takes about 3h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 55, MS 7, MS 6 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 106.4 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.92 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

97.9 miles from Clinton, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 3h 46m highway drive covering 195.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and MS 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 106.4 miles on I 55.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 106.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 7. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Hester Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 195.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.1 miles (Hester Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Leake Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Hester Street

Turn right onto Hester Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Leake Street

Turn left onto East Leake Street

Navigation decision point

5
13.8 mi into trip | ~20m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 55 North
5
157.3 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in | MS 7

Enter roundabout onto MS 7 toward MS 7 North: Oxford

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Toward MS 7 North: Oxford
5
191.9 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in

Take the exit toward MS 15: Pontotoc, New Albany

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

Toward MS 15: Pontotoc, New Albany

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 106.4 mi 1h 54m
MS 7 42.7 mi 50m
MS 6 21.2 mi 24m
I 220 8.7 mi 9m
US 278 6.8 mi 8m
Clinton Boulevard 3.8 mi 6m
MS 15 2.1 mi 3m
West Oxford Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 106.4 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, MS and Pontotoc, MS.

1

Start on Dunton Road

452 ft · 22 sec · Dunton Road
2

Turn right onto Hester Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Hester Street
3

Turn left onto East Leake Street

310 ft · 13 sec · East Leake Street
4

Continue on East Leake Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Leake Street
5

At end of road, turn right onto West Lakeview Drive

0.3 mi · 43 sec · West Lakeview Drive
6

Turn left onto Clinton Boulevard

3.8 mi · 6 min · Clinton Boulevard
7

Continue on West Capitol Street

489 ft · 9 sec · West Capitol Street
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
9

Merge onto I 220; US 49

8.7 mi · 9 min · I 220; US 49
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 55 North
11

Merge onto I 55

106 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 55
12

Take the exit onto MS 7

36 mi · 41 min · MS 7
Toward MS 7 North: Coffeeville
13

Enter roundabout onto MS 7

171 ft · 2 sec · MS 7
Toward MS 7 North: Oxford
14

Continue on MS 7

6.2 mi · 8 min · MS 7
Toward MS 7 North: Oxford
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
16

Merge onto US 278; MS 6

1.0 mi · 1 min · US 278; MS 6
17

Continue on MS 6; US 278

21 mi · 24 min · MS 6; US 278
18

Continue on US 278; MS 6

5.8 mi · 6 min · US 278; MS 6
19

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward MS 15: Pontotoc, New Albany
20

Turn right onto MS 15

2.1 mi · 3 min · MS 15
21

Turn left onto MS 336

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Turnpike Road
22

Turn left onto MS 9

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Oxford Street
23

Turn right onto MS 41

0.4 mi · 42 sec · North Main Street
24

Turn left onto East Marion Street

54 ft · 2 sec · East Marion Street
25

Arrive at destination

East Marion Street

Trip Plan

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 97.9 miles from Clinton, MS, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.4 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 97.9 miles or 1h 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 2m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Clinton, 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 Clinton, MS

This is one driving day of about 195.7 miles and 3h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clinton, 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 106.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 97.9 mi from Clinton, MS · 1h 51m into the drive

Downtown Collierville, TN, TN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Collierville, TN

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

Magee, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Collierville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 97.9 miles from Clinton, 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 106.4 miles.

Arriving in Pontotoc, MS

The final approach into Pontotoc, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Pontotoc, MS.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 6.7
View on nps.gov
Tupelo National Battlefield

Tupelo National Battlefield

National Battlefield

In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 195.7
View on nps.gov
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...

17 mi from route ~44 min detour Free near mile 195.7
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.92 one way

$59.83 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $32.81 $65.63
premium $4.61 $35.52 $71.04
diesel $5.64 $43.48 $86.96

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: 68.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 58.7 0 $20.55 $9.39
Efficient EV 48.9 0 $17.12 $7.83
EV Truck/SUV 78.3 0 $27.40 $12.52

Gas CO2

68 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Clinton, MS

Late night in Clinton on Monday

Local time

2:43 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pontotoc, MS

Late night in Pontotoc on Monday

Local time

2:43 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 46m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Clinton, MS to Pontotoc, MS covers 195.7 miles and takes about 3h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, MS 7, MS 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 97.9 miles from Clinton, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 195.7 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hester Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Leake Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Clinton, MS to Pontotoc, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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