Origin
Southaven, MS
Late night in Southaven on Friday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
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Trip from Southaven, MS to Sunflower, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
118.7 mi
191 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southaven, MS
大 董
Sunflower, MS
Engin Sezer
Trip Overview
The drive from Southaven, MS to Sunflower, MS covers 118.7 miles and takes about 2h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 61, East Street, Highway 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 $17.93 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.4 miles from Southaven, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 118.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 40m highway drive covering 118.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 61 and East Street. 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 13 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 East Street. 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 Sunflower, MS is easy. At 2h 40m with 77% 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 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
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
5
118.7 mi into trip
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~2h 40m in
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North Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
Turn right onto North Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 63.1 mi | 1h 13m |
| East Street | 19.9 mi | 29m |
| 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 Quiver Street | 0.3 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 Sunflower, 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
20 mi
·
29 min
·
East Street
11
Turn right onto East Quiver Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Quiver Street
12
Turn right onto North Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
180 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
North Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.4 miles from Southaven, MS, or about 1h 14m 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.4 miles or 1h 14m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sunflower, 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 118.7 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 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 61 for about 63.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.4 mi from Southaven, MS · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.4 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 Sunflower, MS
The final approach into Sunflower, 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 Sunflower, 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
$17.93 one way
$35.85 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.68 | $39.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.31 | $42.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.21 | $52.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.46 | $5.70 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.39 | $4.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.62 | $7.60 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Sunflower, MS
Late night in Sunflower on Friday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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 40m 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 Sunflower, MS covers 118.7 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, East Street, Highway 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 59.4 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 $17.93 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Southaven, MS to Sunflower, MS is easy. At 2h 40m with 77% 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 Sunflower, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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