Origin
Starkville, MS
Evening in Starkville on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Starkville, MS to Philadelphia, MS
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Starkville, MS
大 董
Philadelphia, MS
Trev W. Adams
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition between Starkville and Philadelphia, Mississippi, you are looking at a straightforward 59.9-mile journey. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the logistics are simple and budget-friendly. You will primarily navigate via MS 25, MS 15, and MS 12 as you travel through the Southeast region. Because the duration is quite short, there is no need to split this over multiple days; you can easily head out and return within the same afternoon if your schedule allows.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.9 miles from Starkville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive keeps you moving efficiently, with 92% of the route dedicated to highway travel. You will experience a consistent rhythm throughout the 59.9-mile trip, anchored by a significant 30.9-mile stretch on MS 25. The road maintains a steady pace, lacking the stop-and-go congestion often found in denser urban corridors. Expect a functional, direct driving experience that prioritizes speed and ease of navigation over technical curves or winding backroads. It is a no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 25 and MS 15. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.9 miles you will encounter 11 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Yellow Jacket Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Louisville Street): 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.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Yellow Jacket Drive
Turn left onto Yellow Jacket Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Louisville Street
Turn right onto Louisville Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MS 12
Turn left onto MS 12
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
MS 25
Merge onto MS 25
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 25 | 30.9 mi | 35m |
| MS 15 | 22.2 mi | 33m |
| MS 12 | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Pecan Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| County Road 561 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Beacon Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Yellow Jacket Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Louisville Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 25
— 30.9 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Starkville, MS and Philadelphia, MS.
1
Start on this road
290 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
214 ft
·
16 sec
3
Continue on Victory Lane
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Victory Lane
4
Turn left onto Yellow Jacket Drive
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Yellow Jacket Drive
5
Turn right onto Louisville Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Louisville Street
6
Turn left onto MS 12
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
MS 12
Use the none lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
8
Merge onto MS 25
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
MS 25
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on MS 25
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 25
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
25 mi
·
28 min
·
MS 25
11
Take the exit onto MS 25
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
MS 25
12
Take the exit onto MS 15
22 mi
·
33 min
·
MS 15
13
Turn left onto County Road 561
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 561
14
Turn straight onto Pecan Avenue
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pecan Avenue
15
Turn right onto MS 16; MS 19; MS 21
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Beacon Street
16
Turn left onto Front Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
Front Street
17
Arrive at destination
Front Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of under an hour and a half, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any major stops along the way, as the route is short enough to cover in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave; while the $9 cost is manageable, filling up in Starkville will ensure you arrive in Philadelphia without needing to hunt for a station immediately. Because you spend the vast majority of your time on highways, stay alert for changes in speed limits when transitioning between MS 25, MS 15, and MS 12. Having this level of efficiency allows you to focus more on your destination rather than the logistics of the road.
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 29.9 miles from Starkville, MS, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.9 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 59.9 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.9 miles or 38m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Starkville, 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 Starkville, MS
This is one driving day of about 59.9 miles and 1h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Starkville, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on MS 25 for about 30.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Starkville, MS · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Starkville, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Philadelphia, MS
The final approach into Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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
$9.16 one way
$18.31 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $10.04 | $20.09 |
| premium | $4.61 | $10.87 | $21.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Philadelphia, MS
Evening in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
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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
1h 22m 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 Starkville, MS to Philadelphia, MS covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 25, MS 15, MS 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Starkville, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.16 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Yellow Jacket Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Louisville Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Starkville, MS to Philadelphia, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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