How far is Amory, MS from Starkville, MS?
The driving distance from Amory, MS to Starkville, MS is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Amory and Starkville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amory and Starkville.
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Start on 2nd Avenue South
14 m · 7 sec · 2nd Avenue South
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1922 ft · 43 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto 6th Avenue South
1927 ft · 53 sec · 6th Avenue South
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Turn left onto Highway 125
5.2 mi · 9 min · Highway 125
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At the end of the road, turn right
6.5 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 45 North, MS 25 South, MS 8 West: Tupelo, Aberdeen
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
8.9 mi · 16 min
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Take the ramp straight toward US 45 Alternate South, MS 25 South: West Point
1.1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 45 Alternate
15.5 mi · 21 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
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Take the exit slight right toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 182 West: Starkville
1478 ft · 50 sec
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto MS 12 West: Ackerman
873 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight left
24 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Eckford Drive
782 ft · 34 sec · Eckford Drive
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Continue on Victory Lane
869 ft · 38 sec · Victory Lane
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Turn right
65 m · 18 sec
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Turn right
88 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Amory and Starkville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 45 Alternate
Merge slight left onto US Highway 45 Alternate
15.5 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Amory and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Starkville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Amory to Starkville?
The road trip is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Amory and 28 miles from Starkville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.31 one way or $14.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Amory and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Starkville.
Stop Ideas Near West Point
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Point.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Amory and Starkville. Straight-line distance: 41.51 mi (66.81 km).
#1 Amory
City in Monroe County, Mississippi
| Population | 6,714 |
| Coordinates | 33.9842800, -88.4881000 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Starkville
City in Mississippi
| Population | 25,540 |
| Coordinates | 33.4504900, -88.8196100 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-88.819675, 33.450285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.93 | $17.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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