Origin
Senatobia, MS
Evening in Senatobia on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Senatobia, MS to Southaven, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
33m
Distance
28.1 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Senatobia, MS
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Southaven, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Senatobia, MS to Southaven, MS covers 28.1 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, West Main Street, Stateline Road West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.5 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.24 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
14.1 miles from Senatobia, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 33m highway drive covering 28.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and West Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 25.5 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 12 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 25.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and West Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 51
Turn left onto US 51
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn sharp left onto West Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
26.9 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
28 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
Five Oaks Drive North
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 25.5 mi | 27m |
| West Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Stateline Road West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Millbranch Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Haleville Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MS 4 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Five Oaks Drive North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 51 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 25.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Senatobia, MS and Southaven, MS.
1
Start on US 51
16 ft
·
0 sec
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US 51
2
Turn left onto US 51
57 ft
·
2 sec
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US 51
3
Turn sharp left onto West Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
4
Continue on MS 4
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
MS 4
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
6
Merge onto I 55
26 mi
·
27 min
·
I 55
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
8
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Stateline Road West
9
Turn left onto Millbranch Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Millbranch Road
10
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Haleville Drive
11
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Five Oaks Drive North
12
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 14.1 miles from Senatobia, MS, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.5 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 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.1 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southaven, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Senatobia, MS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Senatobia, MS
This is one driving day of about 28.1 miles and 33m.
At 28.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 25.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.1 mi from Senatobia, MS · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.1 miles from Senatobia, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Southaven, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Southaven, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.24 one way
$8.49 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.04 | $10.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.20 | $12.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Evening in Southaven on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
33m 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 Senatobia, MS to Southaven, MS covers 28.1 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, West Main Street, Stateline Road West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.1 miles from Senatobia, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.24 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 straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Senatobia, MS to Southaven, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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