Drive Time
4h 4m
Distance
222.2 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
Photo: Francesco Ungaro
The drive from Southaven, MS to Crystal Springs, MS covers 222.2 miles and takes about 4h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, US 51, West Georgetown Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 218 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
111.1 miles from Southaven, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
This is a 4h 4m highway drive covering 222.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and US 51. The longest continuous stretch is about 218 miles on I 55.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 51. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Haleville Drive.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 4m drive. You will face about 8 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto Millbranch Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn right onto Stateline Road West
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 51: Crystal Springs North, Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Southaven, MS to Crystal Springs, MS, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 218 mi | 3h 55m |
| US 51 | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Georgetown Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Stateline Road West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Millbranch Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Haleville Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Five Oaks Drive West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| MS 801 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven, MS and Crystal Springs, MS.
Start on Five Oaks Drive West
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Millbranch Road
Turn right onto Stateline Road West
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 55; I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
Take the exit
Continue on US 51; MS 27
Turn right onto MS 801
Continue on US 51
Turn left onto West Georgetown Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.1 miles or 2h 2m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crystal Springs, MS than in the middle of the route.
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 222.2 miles and 4h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 111.1 mi from Southaven, MS · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 111.1 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 218 miles.
The final approach into Crystal Springs, 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 Crystal Springs, 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.
Regular Gas
$33.97 one way
$67.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $37.26 | $74.52 |
| premium | $4.61 | $40.33 | $80.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $49.37 | $98.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.33 | $10.67 |
| Efficient EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.44 | $8.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.9 | 1 | $31.11 | $14.22 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Southaven on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Crystal Springs on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Magee, MS
111 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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