How far is Clinton, MS from Kosciusko, MS?
The driving distance from Clinton, MS to Kosciusko, MS is about 87.2 miles (140.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.3 miles (105.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m 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.
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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.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Kosciusko.
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Start on Dunton Road
138 m · 22 sec · Dunton Road
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Turn right onto Hester Street
590 ft · 29 sec · Hester Street
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Turn left onto East Leake Street
95 m · 14 sec · East Leake Street
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Continue on East Leake Street
2593 ft · 2 min · East Leake Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Lakeview Drive
1369 ft · 44 sec · West Lakeview Drive
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Turn left onto Clinton Boulevard
3.8 mi · 7 min · Clinton Boulevard
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Continue on West Capitol Street
149 m · 10 sec · West Capitol Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1054 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
8.7 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 12: Durant, Lexington
782 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
141 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight
2.7 mi · 4 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn left onto East Mulberry Street
2187 ft · 37 sec · East Mulberry Street
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Continue on Mississippi State Highway 12
14.5 mi · 22 min · Mississippi State Highway 12
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Continue straight
2417 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · West Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Kosciusko.
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 North
Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 00h 55m
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 Sunny leaving Clinton and Mostly Sunny near Kosciusko.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Kosciusko?
The road trip is about 87.2 miles (140.4 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?
Pickens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.6 miles from Clinton and 43.6 miles from Kosciusko.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.3 miles (105.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 $11.66 one way or $23.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clinton and Mostly Sunny near Kosciusko.
Stop Ideas Near Pickens
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Kosciusko. Straight-line distance: 65.29 mi (105.08 km).
#1 Clinton
Suburb city of Jackson, located in Hinds County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,873 |
| Coordinates | 32.3415300, -90.3217600 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kosciusko
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,615 |
| Coordinates | 33.0580000, -89.5895600 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kosciusko (-89.58956, 33.058)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.66 | $23.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.12 | $26.24 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.25 | $28.49 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.68 | $33.36 |
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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