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Trip from Southaven, MS to Ruleville, MS

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 20m

Distance

105.5 mi

170 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 11m ★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m

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

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Downtown Southaven, MS, MS

Southaven, MS

大 董

city in Sunflower County, Mississippi, United States

Ruleville, MS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Southaven, MS to Ruleville, MS covers 105.5 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 61, Highway 49, US 49 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.1 miles on US 61. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.73 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.

Midpoint

52.7 miles from Southaven, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 105.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 20m highway drive covering 105.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 61 and Highway 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.1 miles on US 61.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

311 ft 134 ft

Total Climb

0 ft

Total Descent

176 ft

Highest Point

311 ft

Elevation Range

176 ft

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.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Southaven, MS to Ruleville, MS is easy. At 2h 20m with 87% 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 7 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Mosspoint Drive

Turn right onto Mosspoint Drive

Navigation decision point

4
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Whitworth Street

Turn right onto Whitworth Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | Stateline Road West

Turn left onto Stateline Road West

Navigation decision point

4
83.9 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | US 49W / Highway 49

Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W / Highway 49

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
104.9 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in | MS 8 / Quiver Street

Turn right onto MS 8 / Quiver Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 61 63.1 mi 1h 13m
Highway 49 14.6 mi 21m
US 49 13.9 mi 20m
East Street 6.4 mi 9m
State Line Road 3.9 mi 6m
Stateline Road West 2.5 mi 4m
North Ruby Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
Moss Point Drive 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 Ruleville, 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

6.4 mi · 9 min · East Street
11

Turn right onto MS 8

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Quiver Street
12

Turn left onto North Ruby Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Ruby Avenue
13

Turn left onto West Floyce Street

123 ft · 6 sec · West Floyce Street
14

Arrive at destination

West Floyce 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 52.7 miles from Southaven, MS, or about 1h 6m 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 23 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ruleville, 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 105.5 miles and 2h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Southaven, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 52.7 mi from Southaven, MS · 1h 6m into the drive

Downtown Helena-West Helena, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Helena-West Helena, AR

53 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

Walls, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Helena-West Helena, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52.7 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 61 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.1 miles.

Arriving in Ruleville, MS

The final approach into Ruleville, 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 Ruleville, MS.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

National Monument

In 1955, 14-year-old Emmett Till traveled to Money, Mississippi, to visit relatives. He was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered after reportedly whistling at a white woman. His mother, Mamie Till-Mobley...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 83.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.73 one way

$31.46 round trip

$3.79/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $17.69 $35.38
premium $4.63 $19.21 $38.42
diesel $5.42 $22.49 $44.98

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: 36.9 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.7 0 $11.08 $5.06
Efficient EV 26.4 0 $9.23 $4.22
EV Truck/SUV 42.2 0 $14.77 $6.75

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (68% 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

Afternoon in Southaven on Friday

Local time

4:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ruleville, MS

Afternoon in Ruleville on Friday

Local time

4:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 20m 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 Ruleville, MS covers 105.5 miles and takes about 2h 20m 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 52.7 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 $15.73 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 Ruleville, MS is easy. At 2h 20m with 87% 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 Ruleville, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 134 ft to 311 ft elevation with about 0 ft of total climbing.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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