Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
155.1 mi
250 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Photo: 大 董
The drive from West Point, MS to Clinton, MS covers 155.1 miles and takes about 3h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MS 25, US Highway 45 Alternate, Clinton Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 136.8 miles on MS 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.71 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
77.5 miles from West Point, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
This is a 3h 9m highway drive covering 155.1 miles, with most of the trip on MS 25 and US Highway 45 Alternate. The longest continuous stretch is about 136.8 miles on MS 25.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 25 and US Highway 45 Alternate. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Division Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 155.1 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (North Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 45 ALT; MS 25 / US Highway 45 Alternate): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles (MS 25): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto North Division Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 45 ALT; MS 25 / US Highway 45 Alternate
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto MS 25 toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto MS 25 toward MS 25 South: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto Dunton Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 25 | 136.8 mi | 2h 38m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 8 mi | 10m |
| Clinton Boulevard | 4 mi | 7m |
| East Woodrow Wilson Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Bullard Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Oakwood Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Point, MS and Clinton, MS.
Start on this road
Turn left onto North Division Street
Turn right onto MS 50
Turn left onto US 45 ALT; MS 25
Take the exit onto MS 25
Take the exit onto MS 25
Continue on MS 25
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
Take the exit onto MS 25
At end of road, turn left onto Old Canton Road
Turn straight onto US 51
Turn right onto East Woodrow Wilson Avenue
Continue on Bullard Street
Turn straight onto West Capitol Street
Continue on Clinton Boulevard
Turn right onto Oakwood Drive
Turn right onto Hester Street
Turn left onto East Leake Street
Turn right onto Hester Street
At end of road, turn left onto Dunton Road
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.5 miles or 1h 31m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Point, 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 West Point, MS
This is one driving day of about 155.1 miles and 3h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.5 mi from West Point, MS · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 77.5 miles from West Point, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MS 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 136.8 miles.
The final approach into Clinton, 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 Clinton, 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
$23.71 one way
$47.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $26.01 | $52.01 |
| premium | $4.61 | $28.15 | $56.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.46 | $68.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.29 | $7.44 |
| Efficient EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.57 | $6.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62 | 0 | $21.71 | $9.93 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in West Point on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Clinton on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Magee, MS
78 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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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