Origin
Oxford, MS
Night in Oxford on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, MS to Oxford, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 10m
Distance
258.6 mi
416 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 57m
★
6 AM
5h 10m
8 AM
5h 37m
10 AM
5h 20m
12 PM
5h 17m
3 PM
5h 21m
5 PM
5h 36m
8 PM
5h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, MS
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Oxford, MS
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Trip Overview
This 258.6-mile drive, estimated to take about 5 hours and 10 minutes, offers a straightforward journey through Mississippi. Primarily utilizing MS 7, I 55, and US 84, this route is almost entirely highway, making it a manageable day trip. With a projected fuel cost of $39, it's an economical option for a single day's adventure. The drive remains within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Given its duration and highway focus, you can comfortably complete this loop and return to Oxford, MS, within a single day.
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
129.3 miles from Oxford, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of the drive taking place on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 144.2 miles on MS 7, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While primarily interstate and highway, the route does incorporate other main roads like US 84, potentially offering slight variations in scenery and speed. This drive is designed for efficient travel, prioritizing getting you to your destination quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 144.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 7 and I 55. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Lamar Boulevard.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 258.6 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Lamar Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (MS 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 163.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Lamar Boulevard
Turn right onto South Lamar Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
MS 7
Enter roundabout onto MS 7 toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
6
163.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m 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
216.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
7
217.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oxford, MS and Oxford, MS, road signs point toward New Orleans and Natchez.
New Orleans
163.1 mi in
|
~3h 3m
|
via I 55
Natchez
216.9 mi in
|
~4h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 7 | 144.2 mi | 2h 39m |
| I 55 | 71.6 mi | 1h 19m |
| US 84 | 22.7 mi | 26m |
| Gloster Road | 6.5 mi | 15m |
| Oxford-Meadville Road | 6.3 mi | 15m |
| Yap 3 Road | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| US 98 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| MS 184 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
MS 7
— 144.2 mi, about 2h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, MS and Oxford, MS.
1
Start on Courthouse Square
148 ft
·
11 sec
·
Courthouse Square
2
Continue on Courthouse Square
92 ft
·
4 sec
·
Courthouse Square
3
Turn right
55 ft
·
2 sec
4
Turn right onto South Lamar Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Lamar Boulevard
5
Turn left onto MS 314
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
University Avenue
6
Enter roundabout
36 ft
·
0 sec
7
Continue
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
8
Merge onto MS 7
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
MS 7
9
Enter roundabout onto MS 7
124 ft
·
1 sec
·
MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
10
Continue on MS 7
36 mi
·
41 min
·
MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
11
Take the exit onto MS 7
101 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
MS 7
12
Continue on I 55
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 55
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
54 mi
·
57 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
15
Keep slight right at fork
409 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
16
Merge onto US 84
23 mi
·
26 min
·
US 84
17
Turn left onto MS 184
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 184
18
Turn left onto US 98
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 98
19
Turn right onto Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Yap 3 Road
20
Continue on Gloster Road
3.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Gloster Road
21
At end of road, turn right onto Gloster Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Gloster Road
22
Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi
·
15 min
·
Oxford-Meadville Road
23
Arrive at destination
Oxford-Meadville Road
Trip Plan
This route is well-suited for a single-day excursion from Oxford, MS, so you have flexibility in planning your departure. Aiming for an early start will allow ample time for the 5-hour, 10-minute drive and any brief stops you might need. The longest stretch on MS 7 is over two hours, so plan a fuel and rest stop before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning between the main roads, as services can be spaced out on longer highway sections. A concrete tip: ensure you have a full tank before beginning the 144.2-mile segment on MS 7 to avoid any potential delays.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 129.3 miles from Oxford, MS, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.2 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 57 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.3 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oxford, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 258.6 miles and 5h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Oxford, 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 MS 7 for about 144.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.3 mi from Oxford, MS · 2h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
129 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 129.3 miles from Oxford, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MS 7 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 144.2 miles.
Arriving in Oxford, MS
The final approach into Oxford, 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 Oxford, 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
$39.05 one way
$78.11 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
91 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $42.87 | $85.75 |
| premium | $4.56 | $46.42 | $92.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $57.10 | $114.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.6 | 0 | $27.15 | $12.41 |
| Efficient EV | 64.7 | 0 | $22.63 | $10.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.4 | 1 | $36.20 | $16.55 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Oxford, MS
Night in Oxford on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
3 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
5h 10m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Oxford, MS to Oxford, MS covers 258.6 miles and takes about 5h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 7, I 55, US 84. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.3 miles from Oxford, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 258.6 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Lamar Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (MS 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 163.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Oxford, MS and Oxford, MS, road signs point toward New Orleans and Natchez.
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