Origin
University, MS
Afternoon in University on Thursday
Local time
2:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from University, MS to Southaven, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
72.4 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
University, MS
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Southaven, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
The drive from University, MS to Southaven, MS covers 72.4 miles and takes about 1h 26m 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 278, Jackson Avenue East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.3 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 72.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 72.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and US 278. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.3 miles on I 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 278. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 5th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South 5th Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South 6th Street
Turn left onto South 6th Street
Navigation decision point
6
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Batesville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Batesville
5
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward Southaven, Horn Lake
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
5
72.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
Five Oaks Drive North
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 47.3 mi | 50m |
| US 278 | 20.2 mi | 23m |
| Jackson Avenue East | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Stateline Road West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Millbranch Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Haleville Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Five Oaks Drive North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 47.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between University, MS and Southaven, MS.
1
Start on Tyler Avenue
51 ft
·
4 sec
·
Tyler Avenue
2
Turn right onto South 5th Street
342 ft
·
18 sec
·
South 5th Street
3
Turn right onto Van Buren Avenue
237 ft
·
15 sec
·
Van Buren Avenue
4
Turn left onto South 6th Street
301 ft
·
18 sec
·
South 6th Street
5
Turn left onto MS 314
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Jackson Avenue East
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Batesville
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto US 278; MS 6
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 278; MS 6
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
9
Merge onto I 55
47 mi
·
50 min
·
I 55
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
11
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Stateline Road West
12
Turn left onto Millbranch Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Millbranch Road
13
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Haleville Drive
14
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Five Oaks Drive North
15
Arrive at destination
Five Oaks Drive West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from University, MS · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from University, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Southaven, MS
The final approach into Southaven, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.93 one way
$21.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.99 | $25.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.99 | $31.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Southaven, MS
Afternoon in Southaven on Thursday
Local time
2:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Batesville, MS
36 mi in
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
21 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 26m 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 University, MS to Southaven, MS covers 72.4 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, US 278, Jackson Avenue East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 miles from University, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.93 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from University, MS to Southaven, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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