Origin
Southaven, MS
Evening in Southaven on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southaven, MS to Drew, MS
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
99.5 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 2m
★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southaven, MS
大 董
Drew, MS
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Southaven to Drew, you are looking at a 99.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize US 61, Highway 49, and US 49 to navigate between these two Mississippi towns. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should cover your travel costs for this trip. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region of Mississippi, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
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
49.7 miles from Southaven, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused driving experience, as 92% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US 61, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 63.1 miles. Because the route relies heavily on major roads, the drive feels efficient and straightforward rather than winding or technical. You can anticipate a steady pace behind the wheel as you transition between these primary thoroughfares. The consistency of the highway segments allows for a predictable journey that emphasizes speed and direct movement.
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.
US 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and Highway 49. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mosspoint Drive.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Southaven, MS to Drew, MS is easy. At 2h 11m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mosspoint Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Whitworth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Stateline Road West): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Mosspoint Drive
Turn right onto Mosspoint Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Whitworth Street
Turn right onto Whitworth Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Stateline Road West
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
Navigation decision point
3
70 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
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US 49
Take the exit onto US 49
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
83.9 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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US 49W / Highway 49
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W / Highway 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 63.1 mi | 1h 13m |
| Highway 49 | 14.6 mi | 21m |
| US 49 | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| State Line Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Stateline Road West | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Moss Point Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Whitworth Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven, MS and Drew, MS.
1
Start on Five Oaks Drive West
169 ft
·
9 sec
·
Five Oaks Drive West
2
Turn right onto Mosspoint Drive
168 ft
·
7 sec
·
Mosspoint Drive
3
Turn straight onto Moss Point Drive
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Moss Point Drive
4
Turn right onto Whitworth Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Whitworth Street
5
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Stateline Road West
6
Continue on State Line Road
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
State Line Road
7
Turn left onto US 61
63 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
US 61
8
Take the exit onto US 49
14 mi
·
20 min
·
US 49
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W
15 mi
·
21 min
·
Highway 49
10
Continue on US 49W
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
11
Turn right onto East Shaw Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Shaw Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
East Shaw Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to worry about splitting the distance. Since there are no mandatory stops built into this 99.5-mile route, feel free to manage your own breaks based on your personal comfort. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when entering the longer 63.1-mile stretch on US 61 to ensure you have enough gas to reach your destination smoothly. If you prefer a relaxed drive, plan your departure to avoid peak commuting hours on the highway segments. Staying alert during the long, continuous highway sections is the best way to ensure a safe and successful arrival in Drew.
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 49.7 miles from Southaven, MS, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 1h 3m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Drew, 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.
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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 Southaven, MS
This is one driving day of about 99.5 miles and 2h 11m.
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 US 61 for about 63.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.7 mi from Southaven, MS · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 49.7 miles from Southaven, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 61 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.1 miles.
Arriving in Drew, MS
The final approach into Drew, 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 Drew, 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
$15.21 one way
$30.42 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $16.68 | $33.37 |
| premium | $4.61 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.11 | $44.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.45 | $4.78 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.93 | $6.37 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Drew, MS
Evening in Drew on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°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
22 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 11m 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 Drew, MS covers 99.5 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, Highway 49, US 49. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.7 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 $15.21 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.
The drive from Southaven, MS to Drew, MS is easy. At 2h 11m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mosspoint Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Whitworth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Stateline Road West): Navigation decision point.
The route from Southaven, MS to Drew, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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