The drive from Horn Lake, MS to Centreville, MS covers 311.7 miles and takes about 6h 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 24, South Broad Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 271.8 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
155.8 miles from Horn Lake, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h. Total distance: 311.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 6h highway drive covering 311.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and MS 24. The longest continuous stretch is about 271.8 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 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 271.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 24. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hurt Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 10 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hurt Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MS 302 / Goodman Road West): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
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|Hurt Road
Turn left onto Hurt Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|MS 302 / Goodman Road West
Turn right onto MS 302 / Goodman Road West
Navigation decision point
3
2.4 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward Jackson
Navigation decision point
Toward Jackson
6
198.6 mi into trip|~3h 38m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
5
274.8 mi into trip|~5h in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Horn Lake, MS to Centreville, MS, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
198.6 mi in|~3h 38m|via I 55
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
271.8 mi
4h 53m
MS 24
20 mi
29m
South Broad Street
15 mi
26m
Goodman Road West
1.8 mi
2m
East Howard Street
1.4 mi
3m
Hurt Road
0.5 mi
2m
East Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
North Laurel Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 271.8 mi, about 4h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horn Lake, MS and Centreville, MS.
1
Start on Camelot Road
193 ft·13 sec·Camelot Road
2
Turn left onto Hurt Road
0.5 mi·2 min·Hurt Road
3
Turn right onto MS 302
1.8 mi·2 min·Goodman Road West
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward Jackson
5
Merge onto I 55; I 69
196 mi·3 hr 32 min·I 55; I 69
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
76 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 55
Toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·15 sec
9
Turn straight onto MS 24
20 mi·29 min·MS 24
10
Turn left onto MS 48; MS 569
15 mi·26 min·South Broad Street
11
Continue on East Howard Street
1.4 mi·3 min·East Howard Street
12
Turn left onto North Laurel Street
358 ft·11 sec·North Laurel Street
13
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.3 mi·52 sec·East Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 155.8 miles from Horn Lake, MS, or about 2h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 271.8 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 69 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.8 miles or 2h 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 4h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Centreville, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Horn Lake, 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 Horn Lake, MS
This is one driving day of about 311.7 miles and 6h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Horn Lake, 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 271.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 155.8 mi from Horn Lake, MS
· 2h 51m into the drive
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
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 193.5
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 64.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.07 one way
$94.15 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg109 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$51.68
$103.35
premium
$4.56
$55.95
$111.89
diesel
$5.61
$68.82
$137.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
7 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Southaven, Mississippi
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Horn Lake, Mississippi
Tesla
1 DCFC
Pilot Flying J Charging Station
Winona, Mississippi
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Southaven, Mississippi
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Southaven, Mississippi
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Nissan Charging Station
Southaven, Mississippi
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Grenada, Mississippi
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 3
Tesla: 2
Other: 2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
93.5
1
$32.73
$14.96
Efficient EV
77.9
0
$27.27
$12.47
EV Truck/SUV
124.7
1
$43.64
$19.95
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Horn Lake, MS
Morning
in Horn Lake on Saturday
Local time
6:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Centreville, MS
Morning
in Centreville on Saturday
Local time
6:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Madison, MS
156 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
20 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
6h on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Horn Lake, MS to Centreville, MS covers 311.7 miles and takes about 6h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, MS 24, South Broad 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 155.8 miles from Horn Lake, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 10 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hurt Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MS 302 / Goodman Road West): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Horn Lake, MS to Centreville, MS, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument and Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
