Origin
Southaven, MS
Late night in Southaven on Monday
Local time
2:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southaven, MS to Bruce, MS
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
101.6 mi
164 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
15 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southaven, MS
大 董
Bruce, MS
Nothing Ahead
Trip Overview
The drive from Southaven, MS to Bruce, MS covers 101.6 miles and takes about 2h 6m 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 278, MS 9W for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.2 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.53 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
50.8 miles from Southaven, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 6m highway drive covering 101.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and US 278. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.2 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 16 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 47.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 278. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Haleville Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Haleville Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Millbranch Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 48.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Haleville Drive
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Millbranch Road
At end of road, turn left onto Millbranch Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
48.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
48.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
US 278; MS 6
Merge onto US 278; MS 6
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
72.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward MS 7: Holly Springs, Water Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 7: Holly Springs, Water Valley
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Southaven, MS to Bruce, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Water Valley along the way.
Water Valley
72.9 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 47.2 mi | 50m |
| US 278 | 24.1 mi | 29m |
| MS 9W | 22.1 mi | 32m |
| MS 7 | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Stateline Road West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Millbranch Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Haleville Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Five Oaks Drive West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 47.2 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven, MS and Bruce, MS.
1
Start on Five Oaks Drive West
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Five Oaks Drive West
2
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Haleville Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto Millbranch Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Millbranch Road
4
Turn right onto Stateline Road West
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Stateline Road West
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
6
Merge onto I 55; I 69
47 mi
·
50 min
·
I 55; I 69
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
328 ft
·
10 sec
9
Merge onto US 278; MS 6
24 mi
·
29 min
·
US 278; MS 6
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward MS 7: Holly Springs, Water Valley
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
12
Merge onto MS 7
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
MS 7
13
Enter roundabout onto MS 9W
244 ft
·
3 sec
·
MS 9W
Toward MS 9W South: Bruce
14
Continue on MS 9W
22 mi
·
32 min
·
MS 9W
Toward MS 9W South: Bruce
15
Turn left onto West Johnson Street
423 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Johnson Street
16
Arrive at destination
West Johnson Street
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 50.8 miles from Southaven, MS, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.2 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 57m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bruce, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Southaven, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Southaven, MS
This is one driving day of about 101.6 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Southaven, 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 I 55 for about 47.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.8 mi from Southaven, MS · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 50.8 miles from Southaven, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bruce, MS
The final approach into Bruce, 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 Bruce, 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
$15.53 one way
$31.06 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $17.04 | $34.07 |
| premium | $4.61 | $18.44 | $36.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.57 | $45.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
15 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Horn Lake, MS
Tesla
12 DCFC
Burger King - Tesla Supercharger
Southaven, MS
Tesla
8 DCFC
Country Ford, Inc.
Southaven, MS
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
CHTOYOTA PL1 CL1
Memphis, TN
ChargePoint Network
2 DCFC
CHTOYOTA PL2 CL2
Memphis, TN
ChargePoint Network
2 DCFC
CHTOYOTA PL3 CL3
Memphis, TN
ChargePoint Network
2 DCFC
CHTOYOTA PL4 CL4
Memphis, TN
ChargePoint Network
2 DCFC
CHTOYOTA PL5 CL5
Memphis, TN
ChargePoint Network
2 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 10
Tesla: 2
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Non-Networked: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.22 | $6.50 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Bruce, MS
Late night in Bruce on Monday
Local time
2:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°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
23 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
2h 6m 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 Southaven, MS to Bruce, MS covers 101.6 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, US 278, MS 9W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.8 miles from Southaven, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.53 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Haleville Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Millbranch Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 48.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Southaven, MS to Bruce, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Water Valley along the way.
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