Origin
Philadelphia, MS
Night in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, MS to Southaven, MS
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
181.4 mi
292 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
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6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, MS
Trev W. Adams
Southaven, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
Traveling from Philadelphia to Southaven covers 181.4 miles across the state of Mississippi. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 45 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $28, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly for a quick getaway. You will primarily utilize a mix of MS 19, MS 35, and I-55 to navigate through the Southeast region. Because the journey is relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you to reach your destination comfortably in a single stint.
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
90.7 miles from Philadelphia, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 181.4-mile trek is heavily highway-focused, with 96% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You will navigate through inland Mississippi, transitioning from local state routes onto the interstate system. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 115.8-mile stretch on I-55, which dictates the pace for the majority of the trip. Expect a straightforward driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads. While the drive shifts from smaller state highways to the wider interstate, the overall character remains consistent and functional for those looking to reach Southaven quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 19. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 16; MS 19; MS 21 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Philadelphia, MS to Southaven, MS is easy. At 3h 45m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 16; MS 19; MS 21 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MS 21 / Pecan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 16; MS 19; MS 21 / Main Street
Turn left onto MS 16; MS 19; MS 21 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MS 21 / Pecan Avenue
Turn left onto MS 21 / Pecan Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
180.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m 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
5
181.3 mi into trip
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~3h 45m in
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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 19 | 34.8 mi | 51m |
| MS 35 | 22.4 mi | 33m |
| Pecan Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Jackson Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| MS 731 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Stateline Road West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 115.8 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, MS and Southaven, MS.
1
Start on Front Street
229 ft
·
16 sec
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Front Street
2
Turn left onto MS 16; MS 19; MS 21
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto MS 21
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Pecan Avenue
4
Turn left
1.2 mi
·
2 min
5
Continue on MS 19
34 mi
·
50 min
·
MS 19
6
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 19; MS 35
7
Turn left onto MS 731
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 731
8
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
9
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Jackson Street
10
Continue on MS 35
22 mi
·
33 min
·
MS 35
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
12
Merge onto I 55
116 mi
·
2 hr 4 min
·
I 55
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
14
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Stateline Road West
15
Turn left onto Millbranch Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Millbranch Road
16
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
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Haleville Drive
17
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Five Oaks Drive North
18
Arrive at destination
Five Oaks Drive West
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 45-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Since the itinerary includes only one recommended stop, try to time your break to coincide with your transition onto I-55 to maximize your efficiency. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate, as the long 115.8-mile stretch offers fewer opportunities for quick exits. Because the drive is short, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without feeling overly fatigued. Use the initial portion of the drive on MS 19 and MS 35 to get comfortable before tackling the faster-paced interstate segments.
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 90.7 miles from Philadelphia, MS, or about 2h 6m 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 80 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.7 miles or 2h 6m 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 8m
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 Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, MS
This is one driving day of about 181.4 miles and 3h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Philadelphia, 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 90.7 mi from Philadelphia, MS · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90.7 miles from Philadelphia, 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 115.8 miles.
Arriving in Southaven, MS
The final approach into Southaven, 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 Southaven, 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
$27.73 one way
$55.46 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $30.42 | $60.83 |
| premium | $4.61 | $32.92 | $65.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $40.30 | $80.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.05 | $8.71 |
| Efficient EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.87 | $7.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.6 | 0 | $25.40 | $11.61 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Southaven, MS
Night in Southaven on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
1 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
3h 45m 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 Philadelphia, MS to Southaven, MS covers 181.4 miles and takes about 3h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, MS 19, MS 35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90.7 miles from Philadelphia, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.73 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Philadelphia, MS to Southaven, MS is easy. At 3h 45m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 16; MS 19; MS 21 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MS 21 / Pecan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Philadelphia, MS to Southaven, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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