The drive from Waveland, MS to Oxford, MS covers 145.2 miles and takes about 3h 15m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Florida Republic Parkway, Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, MS 584 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.8 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.93 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
72.6 miles from Waveland, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 145.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 15m highway drive covering 145.2 miles, with most of the trip on West Florida Republic Parkway and Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.8 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Florida Republic Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 47.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Coleman Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 (Coleman Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Coleman Avenue
Turn left onto Coleman Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
15 mi into trip|~23m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
22.9 mi into trip|~31m in|I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway toward I 12, I 59: Hammond, Baton Rouge, Hattiesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 12, I 59: Hammond, Baton Rouge, Hattie...
5
23.1 mi into trip|~31m in|I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Continue onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway toward I 12: Hammond, Baton Rouge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 267B
Toward I 12: Hammond, Baton Rouge
7
70.7 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 55: Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 38B
Toward I 55: Jackson
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Waveland, MS and Oxford, MS, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hattiesburg.
Baton Rouge
22.9 mi in|~31m|via I 12
Hattiesburg
22.9 mi in|~31m|via I 12
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
West Florida Republic Parkway
47.8 mi
51m
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
36.9 mi
39m
MS 584
23.5 mi
41m
I 10
7.9 mi
8m
US 90
6.9 mi
10m
East Main Street
6.9 mi
10m
MS 607
5.9 mi
8m
Busy Corner Road
3.4 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 47.8 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waveland, MS and Oxford, MS.
1
Start on Central Avenue
397 ft·17 sec·Central Avenue
2
Turn left onto Coleman Avenue
0.1 mi·12 sec·Coleman Avenue
3
Continue on Saint Joseph Street
1.0 mi·1 min·Saint Joseph Street
4
Turn left onto Old Spanish Trail
0.7 mi·1 min·Old Spanish Trail
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
6.9 mi·10 min·US 90
6
Continue on MS 607
5.9 mi·8 min·MS 607
7
Turn left
0.3 mi·39 sec
8
Merge onto I 10
7.9 mi·8 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 12
0.2 mi·14 sec·West Florida Republic Parkway
Toward I 12, I 59: Hammond, Baton Rouge, Hattiesburg
10
Continue on I 12
48 mi·50 min·West Florida Republic Parkway
Exit 267BToward I 12: Hammond, Baton RougeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 38BToward I 55: JacksonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 55
37 mi·39 min·Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
14
Turn left
101 ft·4 sec
15
Turn left onto MS 584
23 mi·41 min·MS 584
16
At end of road, turn left onto MS 24; MS 48; MS 569
6.9 mi·10 min·East Main Street
17
Turn right onto Van-Norman Road
2.7 mi·10 min·Van-Norman Road
18
Turn right onto Busy Corner Road
3.4 mi·8 min·Busy Corner Road
19
Turn left onto Oxford-Meadville Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Oxford-Meadville Road
20
Arrive at destination
Oxford-Meadville Road
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.6 miles from Waveland, MS, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.8 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 32 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.6 miles or 1h 25m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oxford, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Waveland, 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 Waveland, MS
This is one driving day of about 145.2 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Waveland, 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 West Florida Republic Parkway for about 47.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.6 mi from Waveland, MS
· 1h 25m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.93 one way
$43.86 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$24.07
$48.14
premium
$4.56
$26.06
$52.12
diesel
$5.61
$32.06
$64.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.6
0
$15.25
$6.97
Efficient EV
36.3
0
$12.70
$5.81
EV Truck/SUV
58.1
0
$20.33
$9.29
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Waveland, MS
Night
in Waveland on Friday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oxford, MS
Night
in Oxford on Friday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Magnolia, MS
73 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 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
3h 15m 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 Waveland, MS to Oxford, MS covers 145.2 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Florida Republic Parkway, Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, MS 584. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.6 miles from Waveland, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.93 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 (Coleman Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Waveland, MS and Oxford, MS, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hattiesburg.
