The drive from Crystal Springs, MS to Oxford, MS covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, US 84, Gloster Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.8 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.22 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.
Midpoint
37.2 miles from Crystal Springs, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 42m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 74.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 74.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and US 84. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.8 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 15 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 29.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 84. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 51.
Driving Effort5/10
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 74.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.5 miles (US 51): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|US 51
Turn left onto US 51
Navigation decision point
4
2.6 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 South
5
32.6 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the exit toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
7
32.8 mi into trip|~37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
4
55.6 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|MS 184
Turn left onto MS 184
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Crystal Springs, MS to Oxford, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Natchez along the way.
Natchez
32.6 mi in|~36m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
29.8 mi
31m
US 84
22.7 mi
26m
Gloster Road
6.5 mi
15m
Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi
15m
Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi
6m
US 98
1.9 mi
2m
US 51
1.6 mi
2m
MS 184
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 29.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crystal Springs, MS and Oxford, MS.
1
Start on East Georgetown Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Georgetown Street
2
Turn left onto US 51
1.6 mi·2 min·US 51
3
Turn right onto MS 844
0.4 mi·44 sec·Pat Harrison Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 55 South
5
Merge onto I 55
30 mi·31 min·I 55
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
7
Keep slight right at fork
409 ft·9 sec
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
8
Merge onto US 84
23 mi·26 min·US 84
9
Turn left onto MS 184
1.4 mi·2 min·MS 184
10
Turn left onto US 98
1.9 mi·2 min·US 98
11
Turn right onto Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi·6 min·Yap 3 Road
12
Continue on Gloster Road
3.8 mi·9 min·Gloster Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto Gloster Road
2.8 mi·6 min·Gloster Road
14
Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi·15 min·Oxford-Meadville Road
15
Arrive at destination
Oxford-Meadville Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.2 miles from Crystal Springs, MS, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.8 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 16 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oxford, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crystal Springs, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crystal Springs, MS
This is one driving day of about 74.3 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Crystal Springs, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 29.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.2 mi from Crystal Springs, MS
· 42m into the drive
The midpoint is around 37.2 miles from Crystal Springs, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oxford, MS
The final approach into Oxford, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
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
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...
Discover the history of all the peoples of Natchez, Mississippi, from European settlement, African enslavement, the American cotton economy, to the Civil Rights struggle on the lower Mississippi River...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 66.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.22 one way
$22.44 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.32
$24.64
premium
$4.56
$13.34
$26.67
diesel
$5.61
$16.40
$32.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.3
0
$7.80
$3.57
Efficient EV
18.6
0
$6.50
$2.97
EV Truck/SUV
29.7
0
$10.40
$4.76
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Crystal Springs, MS
Evening
in Crystal Springs on Friday
Local time
5:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oxford, MS
Evening
in Oxford on Friday
Local time
5:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 mph7% chanceLive forecast
55°F
Brookhaven, MS
37 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
7 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
1h 45m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Crystal Springs, MS to Oxford, MS covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, US 84, Gloster Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.2 miles from Crystal Springs, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.5 miles (US 51): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Crystal Springs, MS to Oxford, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Natchez along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument and Natchez National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
