Origin
Eastland, MS
Night in Eastland on Thursday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eastland, MS to Moorhead, MS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
22m
Distance
14.2 mi
23 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eastland, MS
大 董
Moorhead, MS
Emre Acar
Trip Overview
The drive from Eastland, MS to Moorhead, MS covers 14.2 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 49, MS 3, Olive Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8 miles on Highway 49. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 14.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 22m highway drive covering 14.2 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 49 and MS 3. The longest continuous stretch is about 8 miles on Highway 49.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 3 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 49 and MS 3. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 8 miles in near MS 3.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Eastland, MS to Moorhead, MS is easy. At 22m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 8 miles (MS 3): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
8 mi into trip
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~11m in
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MS 3
Turn left onto MS 3
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 49 | 8 mi | 11m |
| MS 3 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Olive Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 49
— 8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eastland, MS and Moorhead, MS.
1
Start on US 49W
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 49
2
Turn left onto MS 3
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
MS 3
3
Arrive at destination
MS 3
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.14 one way
$4.29 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.35 | $4.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.55 | $5.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Moorhead, MS
Night in Moorhead on Thursday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
22m 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 Eastland, MS to Moorhead, MS covers 14.2 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 49, MS 3, Olive Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.1 miles from Eastland, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.14 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.
The drive from Eastland, MS to Moorhead, MS is easy. At 22m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 8 miles (MS 3): Navigation decision point.
The route from Eastland, MS to Moorhead, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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