How far is Clinton, MS from Yazoo City, MS?
The driving distance from Clinton, MS to Yazoo City, MS is about 40 miles (64.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Yazoo County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and Yazoo City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Yazoo City.
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Start on Dunton Road
1431 ft · 1 min · Dunton Road
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Continue on East Leake Street
880 ft · 44 sec · East Leake Street
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Turn left onto East Street
583 ft · 31 sec · East Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
112 m · 16 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Clinton Parkway
1.2 km · 1 min · Clinton Parkway
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Continue on Pinehaven Road
5.4 mi · 10 min · Pinehaven Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
30.7 mi · 36 min
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Broadway Street
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Turn right onto North Washington Street
1677 ft · 46 sec · North Washington Street
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Turn right onto East Canal Street
1216 ft · 40 sec · East Canal Street
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1484 ft · 46 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
20 m · 3 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Yazoo City.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
30.7 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Clinton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Yazoo City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Yazoo City?
The road trip is about 40 miles (64.4 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Bentonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.1 miles from Clinton and 19.9 miles from Yazoo City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.34 one way or $10.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Clinton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Yazoo City.
Stop Ideas Near Bentonia
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 Bentonia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Yazoo City. Straight-line distance: 35.82 mi (57.65 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 Yazoo City
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 10,869 |
| Coordinates | 32.8551300, -90.4056500 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Yazoo City (-90.40565, 32.85513)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.34 | $10.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.52 | $13.04 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.64 | $15.27 |
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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