The drive from Kosciusko, MS to Southaven, MS covers 141.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m 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 35, North Jackson Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 115.8 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.37 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
70.8 miles from Kosciusko, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 141.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 44m highway drive covering 141.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and MS 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 115.8 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 11 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 115.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 35. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Jackson Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kosciusko, MS to Southaven, MS is easy. At 2h 44m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 140.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Jackson Street
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
3
24.2 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
140.3 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward Southaven, Horn Lake
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
4
141.2 mi into trip|~2h 43m in|Haleville Drive
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
Navigation decision point
5
141.4 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|Five Oaks Drive North
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
115.8 mi
2h 4m
MS 35
22.4 mi
33m
North Jackson Street
1.7 mi
3m
Stateline Road West
0.4 mi
<1m
Millbranch Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Haleville Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Five Oaks Drive North
0.1 mi
<1m
East Jefferson Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 115.8 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kosciusko, MS and Southaven, MS.
1
Start on East Jefferson Street
102 ft·2 sec·East Jefferson Street
2
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi·3 min·North Jackson Street
3
Continue on MS 35
22 mi·33 min·MS 35
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
5
Merge onto I 55
116 mi·2 hr 4 min·I 55
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
7
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
0.4 mi·53 sec·Stateline Road West
8
Turn left onto Millbranch Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Millbranch Road
9
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
0.2 mi·53 sec·Haleville Drive
10
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
0.1 mi·28 sec·Five Oaks Drive North
11
Arrive at destination
Five Oaks Drive West
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 70.8 miles from Kosciusko, MS, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.8 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 31 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.8 miles or 1h 26m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southaven, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kosciusko, 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 Kosciusko, MS
This is one driving day of about 141.5 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Kosciusko, 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 115.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.8 mi from Kosciusko, MS
· 1h 26m 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.
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 78.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.37 one way
$42.74 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$23.46
$46.92
premium
$4.56
$25.40
$50.80
diesel
$5.61
$31.24
$62.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.4
0
$14.86
$6.79
Efficient EV
35.4
0
$12.38
$5.66
EV Truck/SUV
56.6
0
$19.81
$9.06
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Kosciusko, MS
Morning
in Kosciusko on Friday
Local time
10:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Southaven, MS
Morning
in Southaven on Friday
Local time
10:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Grenada, MS
71 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
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
2h 44m 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 Kosciusko, MS to Southaven, MS covers 141.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, MS 35, North Jackson 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 70.8 miles from Kosciusko, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.37 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 Kosciusko, MS to Southaven, MS is easy. At 2h 44m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 140.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Kosciusko, MS to Southaven, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
