Origin
Philadelphia, MS
Evening in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, MS to Starkville, MS
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
59.2 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, MS
Trev W. Adams
Starkville, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition between Philadelphia and Starkville, Mississippi, this 59.2-mile journey is a straightforward commute. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 21 minutes behind the wheel, making it an easy trip to complete in a single day. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly. Traveling entirely within the Southeast region, you will find this drive works best as a direct point-to-point connection rather than an overnight excursion. The path is ideal for those who prefer a no-fuss transit between these two Mississippi hubs.
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
29.6 miles from Philadelphia, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on MS 25, MS 15, and MS 12 to navigate the landscape. With 93% of the journey taking place on highways, you will experience a fast-paced environment that keeps you moving toward your destination. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 27.8 miles specifically on MS 25, which allows for consistent cruising. Expect the character of the road to feel practical and functional, designed to get you from point A to point B without unnecessary deviations or complex navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 25 and MS 15. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 16; MS 19; MS 21 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 59.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 25.2 miles (MS 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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
25.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
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MS 15
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 15
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
53.6 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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MS 25
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
7
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward MS 12: Starkville, Ackerman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MS 12: Starkville, Ackerman
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 25 | 27.8 mi | 32m |
| MS 15 | 25 mi | 36m |
| MS 12 | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Pecan Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| County Road 561 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Victory Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Eckford Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 25
— 27.8 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, MS and Starkville, MS.
1
Start on Front Street
229 ft
·
16 sec
·
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 straight onto County Road 561
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 561
5
Turn right onto MS 15
22 mi
·
32 min
·
MS 15
6
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 15
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
MS 15
7
Take the exit onto MS 25
25 mi
·
29 min
·
MS 25
8
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 25
Use the left / none lanes.
9
Continue on MS 25
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
MS 25
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward MS 12: Starkville, Ackerman
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto MS 12
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
MS 12
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Eckford Drive
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Eckford Drive
13
Continue on Victory Lane
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Victory Lane
14
Turn right
214 ft
·
17 sec
15
Turn right
290 ft
·
21 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You will not need to plan for any mandatory stops, though keeping your eyes on the road for the full 1 hour and 21 minutes is essential for a smooth arrival. Because the route is composed almost entirely of highway driving, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you hit the road to cover your $9 estimate comfortably. Given the duration, you can easily turn this into a round trip in one day if your business or visit in Starkville is brief.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.6 miles from Philadelphia, MS, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.8 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 59.2 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.6 miles or 43m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Starkville, 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 59.2 miles and 1h 21m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on MS 25 for about 27.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Philadelphia, MS · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Philadelphia, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Starkville, MS
The final approach into Starkville, 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 Starkville, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.05 one way
$18.10 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $9.93 | $19.85 |
| premium | $4.61 | $10.74 | $21.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Starkville, MS
Evening in Starkville on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
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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
1h 21m 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 Starkville, MS covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 25, MS 15, MS 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 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 $9.05 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 59.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 25.2 miles (MS 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Philadelphia, MS to Starkville, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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