Trip from Southaven, MS to New Hope, MS

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

3h 27m

Distance

169.3 mi

272 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 15m ★

6 AM

3h 28m

8 AM

3h 52m

10 AM

3h 36m

12 PM

3h 34m

3 PM

3h 37m

5 PM

3h 51m

8 PM

3h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Southaven, MS

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New Hope, MS

James Mirakian

Trip Overview

Planning a trip from Southaven, MS, to New Hope, MS? This drive covers 169.3 miles and will take approximately 3 hours and 27 minutes. It's a manageable distance, making it ideal for a single-day adventure without needing an overnight stop. The majority of your journey, 89% to be exact, will be on highways, with a significant 83.4-mile stretch on US 78. Budget around $26 for fuel for this trip. Since both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your drive.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

84.6 miles from Southaven, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the mileage spent on major roadways like US 78, US 45, and Goodman Road West. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 83.4 miles on US 78, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. While primarily highway, expect the road character to remain largely consistent, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenic changes. The highway share suggests a focus on covering ground effectively.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 78 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 78 and US 45. 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 169.3 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 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Haleville Drive

Turn right onto Haleville Drive

Navigation decision point

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Millbranch Road

At end of road, turn left onto Millbranch Road

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

2.5 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch

2.9 mi into trip | ~5m in | MS 302 / Goodman Road West

At end of road, turn left onto MS 302 / Goodman Road West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

11.5 mi into trip | ~19m in | US 78

Merge onto US 78

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 78	83.4 mi	1h 29m
US 45	65.5 mi	1h 20m
Goodman Road West	8.3 mi	12m
Alabama Street	4.3 mi	7m
New Hope Road	1.9 mi	4m
Main Street	1.5 mi	2m
I 55	1.2 mi	1m
North 5th Street	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 78 — 83.4 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Southaven, MS and New Hope, MS.

Start on Five Oaks Drive West

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Five Oaks Drive West

Turn right onto Haleville Drive

0.2 mi · 53 sec · Haleville Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Millbranch Road

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Millbranch Road

Turn right onto Stateline Road West

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Stateline Road West

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Merge onto I 55; I 69

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 55; I 69

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch

At end of road, turn left onto MS 302

8.3 mi · 12 min · Goodman Road West

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Merge onto US 78

83 mi · 1 hr 29 min · US 78

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward US 45:south: Tupelo

Merge onto US 45

13 mi · 15 min · US 45

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 45; US 278

24 mi · 28 min · US 45; US 278

Toward US 45 South, US 278 East: Nettleton

Continue on US 45; MS 8

5.6 mi · 7 min · US 45; MS 8

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 45

0.8 mi · 52 sec · US 45

Continue on US 45

2.2 mi · 2 min · US 45

Continue on US 45

2.6 mi · 3 min · US 45

Continue on US 45

3.9 mi · 4 min · US 45

Continue on US 45

0.6 mi · 44 sec · US 45

Continue on US 45

1.9 mi · 2 min · US 45

Continue on US 45

0.4 mi · 27 sec · US 45

Continue on US 45

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 45

Continue on US 45

7.8 mi · 10 min · US 45

Continue on US 45; MS 50

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 45; MS 50

Use the left lane.

Continue on North 5th Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · North 5th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto MS 69; MS 182

1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on MS 69; MS 182

4.3 mi · 7 min · Alabama Street

Turn right onto New Hope Road

1.9 mi · 4 min · New Hope Road

Arrive at destination

New Hope Road

Trip Plan

For this 169.3-mile drive, consider an early morning departure from Southaven to maximize your daylight hours and avoid potential midday traffic. With a duration of just over 3 hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but the single suggested stop point is a good opportunity to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 83.4 miles on US 78, as services might be less frequent. The flexibility of this shorter drive means you can adapt your stop schedule as needed.

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 84.6 miles from Southaven, MS, or about 1h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.4 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 37 miles or 46m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 84.6 miles or 1h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Hope, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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.

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 169.3 miles and 3h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 US 78 for about 83.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 84.6 mi from Southaven, MS · 1h 37m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tupelo, MS

85 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.

Popular next leg

Tupelo, MS to New Hope, MS

71.8 mi · 1h 36m

Pacing Suggestions

Rossville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pontotoc, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.6 miles from Southaven, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 78 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.4 miles.

Arriving in New Hope, MS

The final approach into New Hope, 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 New Hope, 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

$25.57 one way

$51.14 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$28.07	$56.14
premium	$4.56	$30.39	$60.77
diesel	$5.61	$37.38	$74.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	50.8	$17.78	$8.13
Efficient EV	42.3	$14.81	$6.77
EV Truck/SUV	67.7	$23.70	$10.84

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Southaven, MS

Evening in Southaven on Wednesday

Local time

5:13 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Hope, MS

Evening in New Hope on Wednesday

Local time

5:13 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°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

8 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

3h 27m 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 New Hope, MS covers 169.3 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 78, US 45, Goodman 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 84.6 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 $25.57 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.