How far is Brandon, MS from Oxford, MS?
Fastest route
The distance between Brandon, Mississippi, and Oxford, Mississippi, is approximately 171 miles (275 kilometers). The fastest route, given the traffic conditions, is via I-55 N and MS-7 N, which will take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Directions
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🚗 Take I-55 N: Begin your journey by getting on I-55 N from Brandon, Mississippi.
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🛣️ Continue on I-55 N: Stay on I-55 N and merge onto MS-7 N in Grenada County. Take exit 211 to do so.
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🔄 Merge onto MS-7 N: Use the right two lanes to take exit 46 to merge onto I-55 N toward N Jackson/Grenada. Then, take exit 211 to merge onto MS-7 N toward Coffeeville.
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🚗 Follow MS-7 N: Continue on MS-7 N until you reach Oxford, Mississippi.
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🚦 Navigate traffic circles: At the traffic circles, take the 2nd exit onto MS-7, then the 1st exit onto S Lamar Blvd, and finally continue straight to stay on S Lamar Blvd.
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📍 Arrive at your destination: You have reached Oxford, Mississippi 38655.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for breaks: The journey will take around 2 hours and 40 minutes, so consider taking short breaks to stretch and rest during the trip.
- ⛽ Refuel before leaving: Ensure your car has enough fuel for the entire journey, especially if there are long stretches without gas stations.
- 🚧 Check traffic updates: Before starting your trip, check for real-time traffic updates to be aware of any potential delays or alternative routes.
- 🗺️ Use GPS or navigation apps: Having a GPS or a reliable navigation app can help you stay on track and avoid getting lost.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brandon and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon and Oxford.
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Start on East Government Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Government Street
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Take the ramp left
2500 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I-20
10.1 mi · 11 min · I-20
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Merge slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
53.8 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
1459 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
125 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
22.7 mi · 26 min
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Turn left
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Yap 3 Road
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Continue on Gloster Road
3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gloster Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Gloster Road
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Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi · 15 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oxford-Meadville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brandon and Oxford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
53.8 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Brandon and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brandon to Oxford?
The road trip is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Wesson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.5 miles from Brandon and 55.7 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.7 miles (141.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 2:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.73 one way or $29.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Brandon and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Wesson
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 Wesson.
Brookhaven
Hazlehurst station
McComb
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brandon and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 87.73 mi (141.18 km).
#1 Brandon
City in Mississippi
| Population | 24,396 |
| Coordinates | 32.2732000, -89.9859200 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 28,635 |
| Coordinates | 31.2679500, -90.8981600 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford-Meadville Road (-90.898562, 31.26795)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.73 | $29.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.06 | $42.13 |
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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