Origin
Horn Lake, MS
Afternoon in Horn Lake on Saturday
Local time
3:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Horn Lake, MS to Grenada, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
87.6 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Horn Lake, MS
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Grenada, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Horn Lake, MS to Grenada, MS covers 87.6 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, Sunset Drive, Goodman Road West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.23 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
43.8 miles from Horn Lake, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 82 mi | 1h 27m |
| Sunset Drive | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Goodman Road West | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Hurt Road | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| MS 7 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Camelot Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 82 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horn Lake, MS and Grenada, 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
82 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
I 55; I 69
6
Take the exit onto MS 7
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
MS 7
7
Keep slight left at fork
277 ft
·
7 sec
8
Turn straight onto MS 7; MS 8; MS 333 Scenic
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sunset Drive
9
Arrive at destination
MS 8; MS 333 Scenic
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 43.8 miles from Horn Lake, MS, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82 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 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 49m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grenada, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Horn Lake, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Horn Lake, MS
This is one driving day of about 87.6 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Horn Lake, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 82 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.8 miles from Horn Lake, 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 82 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 85.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
3
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 55; I 69
Merge onto I 55; I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
85.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.23 one way
$26.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.72 | $31.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.34 | $38.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.26 | $5.61 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Grenada, MS
Afternoon in Grenada on Saturday
Local time
3:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
2 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 38m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 66.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
87.6 mi in 1h 38m, mostly highway — 82 mi of that is on I 55.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Sunset Drive. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hurt Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Horn Lake, MS to Grenada, MS is easy. At 1h 38m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 87.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 82 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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.
Yes — Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Grenada, MS before heading back.
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.
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