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Trip from Hernando, MS to Clinton, MS

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 30m

Distance

189.6 mi

305 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 18m ★
6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m

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

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city in Mississippi, United States

Hernando, MS

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suburb city of Jackson, located in Hinds County, Mississippi, United States

Clinton, MS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Hernando, MS to Clinton, MS covers 189.6 miles and takes about 3h 30m 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 174.4 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.63 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

94.8 miles from Hernando, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 189.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 30m highway drive covering 189.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 220. The longest continuous stretch is about 174.4 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 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 174.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 220. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 304 / West Commerce Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Hernando, MS to Clinton, MS is easy. At 3h 30m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 304 / West Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 175.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 184.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MS 304 / West Commerce Street

Turn left onto MS 304 / West Commerce Street

Navigation decision point

4
175.6 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in

Take the exit toward I 220 South: West Jackson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 220 South: West Jackson
5
184.6 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in

Take the exit toward Capitol Street, Clinton Boulevard

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

Toward Capitol Street, Clinton Boulevard
4
189.3 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in | East Leake Street

Turn left onto East Leake Street

Navigation decision point

6
189.5 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in | Dunton Road

At end of road, turn left onto Dunton Road

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 174.4 mi 3h 7m
I 220 8.7 mi 9m
Clinton Boulevard 4 mi 7m
West Commerce Street 1 mi 1m
Oakwood Drive 0.5 mi 1m
Hester Street 0.2 mi <1m
Dunton Road <0.1 mi <1m
East Leake Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 174.4 mi, about 3h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 51

162 ft · 8 sec · US 51
2

Turn left onto MS 304

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Commerce Street
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
4

Merge onto I 55

174 mi · 3 hr 7 min · I 55
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward I 220 South: West Jackson
6

Continue on I 220

8.7 mi · 9 min · I 220
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward Capitol Street, Clinton Boulevard
8

Turn left onto Clinton Boulevard

4.0 mi · 7 min · Clinton Boulevard
9

Turn right onto Oakwood Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Oakwood Drive
10

Turn right onto Hester Street

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Hester Street
11

Turn left onto East Leake Street

310 ft · 14 sec · East Leake Street
12

Turn right onto Hester Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Hester Street
13

At end of road, turn left onto Dunton Road

452 ft · 19 sec · Dunton Road
14

Arrive at destination

Dunton Road

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 94.8 miles from Hernando, MS, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 174.4 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 42 miles or 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 94.8 miles or 1h 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 2h 47m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hernando, 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 Hernando, MS

This is one driving day of about 189.6 miles and 3h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Hernando, 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 174.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 94.8 mi from Hernando, MS · 1h 42m into the drive

city in Mississippi, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kosciusko, MS

95 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

Collierville, TN

Fuel and coffee

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

Magee, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 94.4 miles from Hernando, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Clinton, MS

The final approach into Clinton, 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 Clinton, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Roma Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clinton, Mississippi

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 189.6

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16014884850

Visit website

Yamato Sushi & Steakhouse of Senatobia

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Senatobia, MS

1.2 mi

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Senatobia, Mississippi

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Greenhouse Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Winona, Mississippi

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.8

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+16626336811

Star donuts and coffee Winona

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Winona, Mississippi

1.4 mi

Roma Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 189.6

Clinton, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16014884850

Visit website

Las Margaritas Méxican Restaurant

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 189.6

Clinton, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16019240005

Visit website

Yamato Sushi & Steakhouse of Senatobia

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.5

Senatobia, MS

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+16623011478

Visit website

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 13.5

Senatobia, Mississippi

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+16623018538

Visit website

Taco Bell

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv mile 40.6

Batesville, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+16625638941

Visit website

Mazzio’s Pizza & Wings

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.1

Madison, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16018537778

Visit website

Red Samurai Express

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.1

Madison, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17693000654

Visit website

Northshore Specialty Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 176.1

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+16014149847

Visit website

Greenhouse Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.8

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+16626336811

Star donuts and coffee Winona

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.8

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+16622296266

The Delta Bean Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.8

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 94.8

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Hernando, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

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 182.3
View on nps.gov
Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

National Monument

In 1955, 14-year-old Emmett Till traveled to Money, Mississippi, to visit relatives. He was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered after reportedly whistling at a white woman. His mother, Mamie Till-Mobley...

28 mi from route ~71 min detour Free near mile 52.1
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$28.63 one way

$57.27 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $31.43 $62.87
premium $4.56 $34.03 $68.06
diesel $5.61 $41.86 $83.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

2 DC fast chargers · Coverage: fair

ChargePoint Charging Station

Hernando, Mississippi

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Winona, Mississippi

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 1 Other: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 56.9 0 $19.91 $9.10
Efficient EV 47.4 0 $16.59 $7.58
EV Truck/SUV 75.8 0 $26.54 $12.13

Gas CO2

66 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (67% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Hernando, MS

Night in Hernando on Thursday

Local time

10:25 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clinton, MS

Night in Clinton on Thursday

Local time

10:25 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 30m 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 Hernando, MS to Clinton, MS covers 189.6 miles and takes about 3h 30m 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 94.8 miles from Hernando, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.63 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.
The drive from Hernando, MS to Clinton, MS is easy. At 3h 30m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 304 / West Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 175.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 184.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hernando, MS to Clinton, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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