Origin
Horn Lake, MS
Late night in Horn Lake on Saturday
Local time
1:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Horn Lake, MS to Indianola, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
130.9 mi
211 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Horn Lake, MS
Wikimedia Commons
Indianola, MS
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Horn Lake, MS to Indianola, MS covers 130.9 miles and takes about 2h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 61, MS 448, Goodman Road West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 108.2 miles on US 61. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.77 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
65.5 miles from Horn Lake, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 130.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 50m highway drive covering 130.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 61 and MS 448. The longest continuous stretch is about 108.2 miles on US 61.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 108.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and MS 448. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near MS 302 / Goodman Road West.
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 Indianola, MS is easy. At 2h 50m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (MS 302 / Goodman Road West): Navigation decision point; at 116.4 miles (MS 448): Navigation decision point; at 129.8 miles (US 82): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MS 302 / Goodman Road West
At end of road, turn left onto MS 302 / Goodman Road West
Navigation decision point
4
116.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
MS 448
Turn right onto MS 448
Navigation decision point
4
129.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
|
US 82
Turn right onto US 82
Navigation decision point
5
130.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
|
West Augusta Street
At end of road, turn left onto West Augusta Street
Navigation decision point
5
130.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
Lee Street
Turn left onto Lee Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 108.2 mi | 2h 9m |
| MS 448 | 13.5 mi | 23m |
| Goodman Road West | 6 mi | 9m |
| East Peeler Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Camelot Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| US 82 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| College Avenue | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| West Augusta Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 108.2 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horn Lake, MS and Indianola, MS.
1
Start on Camelot Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Camelot Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto MS 302
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Goodman Road West
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto US 61
108 mi
·
2 hr 9 min
·
US 61
5
Turn left onto MS 448
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Peeler Avenue
6
Turn right onto MS 448
13 mi
·
23 min
·
MS 448
7
Turn right onto US 82
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 82
8
Turn left onto College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
College Avenue
9
At end of road, turn left onto West Augusta Street
88 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Augusta Street
10
Turn right onto College Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
College Avenue
11
Turn left onto Lee Street
76 ft
·
3 sec
·
Lee Street
12
Arrive at destination
Lee Street
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.5 miles from Horn Lake, MS, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.2 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 29 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.5 miles or 1h 22m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indianola, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 130.9 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 US 61 for about 108.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.5 mi from Horn Lake, MS · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.5 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 US 61 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 108.2 miles.
Arriving in Indianola, MS
The final approach into Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.77 one way
$39.54 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.70 | $43.40 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.50 | $46.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.90 | $57.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.3 | 0 | $13.74 | $6.28 |
| Efficient EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.4 | 0 | $18.33 | $8.38 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Indianola, MS
Late night in Indianola on Saturday
Local time
1:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Pullen, MS
65 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
2h 50m 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 Horn Lake, MS to Indianola, MS covers 130.9 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, MS 448, Goodman Road West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.5 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 $19.77 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.
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 Horn Lake, MS to Indianola, MS is easy. At 2h 50m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (MS 302 / Goodman Road West): Navigation decision point; at 116.4 miles (MS 448): Navigation decision point; at 129.8 miles (US 82): Navigation decision point.
The route from Horn Lake, MS to Indianola, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Indianola, MS
Explore more options from Horn Lake, MS or browse trips ending in Indianola, MS.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MS road trips.