How far is Clarksdale, MS from Oxford, MS?
The driving distance from Clarksdale, MS to Oxford, MS is about 248.6 miles (400.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 203.5 miles (327.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 13m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clarksdale and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksdale and Oxford.
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Start on the route
48 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Issaquena Avenue
133 m · 21 sec · Issaquena Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1821 ft · 56 sec · 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Riverside Avenue
60 m · 5 sec · Riverside Avenue
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Continue on Madison Avenue
2160 ft · 1 min · Madison Avenue
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Turn right onto South State Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · South State Street
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Turn right
91.4 mi · 1 hr 56 min
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Continue straight
48.1 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Keep slight right
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Natchez
46.4 mi · 53 min
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Turn left
13.8 mi · 24 min
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Turn left
11.1 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
1.6 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Walnut Street
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Continue on Gloster Road
3.3 mi · 8 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 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 Clarksdale and Oxford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
91.4 mi · 01h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clarksdale and Sunny near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clarksdale to Oxford?
The road trip is about 248.6 miles (400.1 km) and usually takes 04h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cary is a useful midpoint, sitting about 118.1 miles from Clarksdale and 130.5 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 203.5 miles (327.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.90 one way or $69.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clarksdale and Sunny near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Cary
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 Cary.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clarksdale and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 203.48 mi (327.47 km).
#1 Clarksdale
City in Coahoma County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 14,470 |
| Coordinates | 34.2001100, -90.5709300 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| 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: 400 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 06m |
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 | $3.98 | $34.90 | $69.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $38.87 | $77.74 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $42.31 | $84.61 |
| Diesel | $6.06 | $53.13 | $106.26 |
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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