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 Forest, MS
Drive Time
4h
Distance
191.8 mi
309 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
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6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southaven, MS
大 董
Forest, MS
Lauri Poldre
Trip Overview
Traveling from Southaven to Forest covers 191.8 miles and typically takes about 4 hours of driving time. Since this route is well-suited for a single day of travel, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $29 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly way to cross Mississippi. The trip transitions you through the Southeast region, utilizing a blend of major interstates and state highways to reach your destination. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the straightforward nature of this path makes it a reliable choice for a quick transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
95.9 miles from Southaven, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 73% of your travel occurring on high-speed routes. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-55, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 115.8 miles. After leaving the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you navigate via Veterans Memorial Drive and MS 35. While the initial portion offers the efficiency of a major corridor, the latter half introduces a different pace as you move toward Forest. Expect a transition from the heavy traffic of the interstate to the more localized flow of state-maintained roadways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 Veterans Memorial Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Haleville Drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 0.6 miles (Stateline Road West): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Stateline Road West
Turn right onto Stateline Road West
Navigation decision point
4
117.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
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MS 35; MS 430
Turn left onto MS 35; MS 430
Navigation decision point
4
141.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
|
South Huntington Street
Turn right onto South Huntington Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 115.8 mi | 2h 4m |
| Veterans Memorial Drive | 47 mi | 1h 9m |
| MS 35 | 24.3 mi | 36m |
| South Huntington Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Woodland Drive North | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Stateline Road West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Millbranch Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 115.8 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven, MS and Forest, 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
116 mi
·
2 hr 4 min
·
I 55; I 69
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
8
Turn left onto MS 35; MS 430
24 mi
·
36 min
·
MS 35; MS 430
9
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
10
Turn right onto South Huntington Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Huntington Street
11
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
47 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
Veterans Memorial Drive
12
Continue on MS 35
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodland Drive North
13
Turn left onto US 80
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West 3rd Street
14
Turn left onto North Banks Street
187 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Banks Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Banks Street
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is approximately 4 hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. You should account for at least one planned stop to break up the 191.8-mile trip, especially during the long opening stretch on I-55. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before you transition off the interstate, as service availability may change once you turn onto MS 35. Because the route is compact enough for a single day, try to leave early in the morning to ensure you reach Forest with plenty of daylight remaining. Taking advantage of the mid-route stop will help you stay refreshed for the final approach on state roads.
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 95.9 miles from Southaven, MS, or about 1h 44m 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.9 miles or 1h 44m 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 Forest, 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 191.8 miles and 4h.
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.
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 95.9 mi from Southaven, MS · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 95.9 miles from Southaven, 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 Forest, MS
The final approach into Forest, 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 Forest, 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
$29.32 one way
$58.64 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $32.16 | $64.32 |
| premium | $4.61 | $34.81 | $69.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.61 | $85.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.5 | 0 | $20.14 | $9.21 |
| Efficient EV | 48 | 0 | $16.78 | $7.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.85 | $12.28 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Forest, MS
Evening in Forest on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Forest, MS covers 191.8 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Veterans Memorial Drive, 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 95.9 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 $29.32 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 0.6 miles (Stateline Road West): Navigation decision point.
The route from Southaven, MS to Forest, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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