Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
74.2 mi
119 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Photo: Francesco Ungaro
The drive from Oxford, MS to Crystal Springs, MS covers 74.2 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, US 84, Gloster Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.8 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.34 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37.1 miles from Oxford, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 74.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and US 84. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.8 miles on I 55.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
584 ft
Total Descent
551 ft
Highest Point
479 ft
~40.2 mi in
Elevation Range
295 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 84. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near Gloster Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (Gloster Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles (US 98 / United States Highway 98): Navigation decision point; at 71.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto Gloster Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 98 / United States Highway 98
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward Crystal Springs South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight right at fork toward Crystal Springs South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto West Georgetown Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 29.8 mi | 31m |
| US 84 | 22.9 mi | 26m |
| Gloster Road | 6.5 mi | 15m |
| Oxford-Meadville Road | 6.3 mi | 15m |
| Yap 3 Road | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| United States Highway 98 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| US 51 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Old US Hwy 84 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, MS and Crystal Springs, MS.
Start on Oxford-Meadville Road
Continue on Gloster Road
At end of road, turn left onto Gloster Road
Continue on Yap 3 Road
Turn left onto US 98
Turn right onto MS 184
Turn right onto US 84
Take the exit
Merge onto I 55
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto MS 844
Turn left onto US 51
Turn right onto West Georgetown Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 74.2 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.1 miles or 1h 3m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crystal Springs, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Oxford, 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 Oxford, MS
This is one driving day of about 74.2 miles and 1h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.1 mi from Oxford, MS · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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.
The final approach into Crystal Springs, 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 Crystal Springs, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.34 one way
$22.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| premium | $4.61 | $13.47 | $26.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.48 | $32.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.79 | $3.56 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.49 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.39 | $4.75 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Oxford on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Crystal Springs on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
88°F
Central, LA
37 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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