Origin
Clinton, MS
Night in Clinton on Wednesday
Local time
11:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, MS to Senatobia, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
175.5 mi
282 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, MS
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Senatobia, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clinton, MS to Senatobia, MS covers 175.5 miles and takes about 3h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, I 220, Clinton Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 159.7 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.50 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
87.8 miles from Clinton, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 15m highway drive covering 175.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 220. The longest continuous stretch is about 159.7 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 14 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 159.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
438 ft
192 ft
Total Climb
358 ft
Total Descent
424 ft
Highest Point
438 ft
~100.3 mi in
Elevation Range
246 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 220. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Hester Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 15m drive. You will face about 10 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 (Hester Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Leake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (West Lakeview Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Hester Street
Turn right onto Hester Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Leake Street
Turn left onto East Leake Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
West Lakeview Drive
At end of road, turn right onto West Lakeview Drive
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
174.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward MS 4: Senatobia, Holly Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 4: Senatobia, Holly Springs
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 159.7 mi | 2h 51m |
| I 220 | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Clinton Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| MS 4 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Leake Street | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| West Lakeview Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hester Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Capitol Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 159.7 mi, about 2h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, MS and Senatobia, 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
160 mi
·
2 hr 51 min
·
I 55
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward MS 4: Senatobia, Holly Springs
13
Turn left onto MS 4
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 4
14
Arrive at destination
US 51
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 87.8 miles from Clinton, MS, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.7 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 39 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.8 miles or 1h 40m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Senatobia, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Clinton, 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 Clinton, MS
This is one driving day of about 175.5 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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 159.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 87.8 mi from Clinton, MS · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.8 miles from Clinton, 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 159.7 miles.
Arriving in Senatobia, MS
The final approach into Senatobia, 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 Senatobia, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.50 one way
$53.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $29.10 | $58.19 |
| premium | $4.56 | $31.50 | $63.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.75 | $77.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.43 | $8.42 |
| Efficient EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.57 | $11.23 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Destination
Senatobia, MS
Night in Senatobia on Wednesday
Local time
11:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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 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 15m 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 Senatobia, MS covers 175.5 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 220, Clinton Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 87.8 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 $26.50 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 is a straightforward 3h 15m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 0.7 miles (West Lakeview Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Clinton, MS to Senatobia, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 192 ft to 438 ft elevation with about 358 ft of total climbing.
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