How far is Columbus, MS from Corinth, MS?
The driving distance from Columbus, MS to Corinth, MS is about 113.1 miles (182 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
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.
City in Lee County, Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Corinth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Corinth.
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Start on North 6th Street
680 ft · 35 sec · North 6th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North 3rd Avenue
118 m · 12 sec · North 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto North 5th Street
3138 ft · 1 min · North 5th Street
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Continue straight
1811 ft · 29 sec
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Continue straight
13 mi · 17 min
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2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 55 sec
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2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 52 sec
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Continue straight
29.5 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit right toward US 45 North, US 278 West: Tupelo
1830 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King Drive
7.7 mi · 9 min · Martin Luther King Drive
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Continue on Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
3.3 mi · 4 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
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Keep slight right
30.6 mi · 36 min
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Continue straight
15.3 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right
1334 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right
52 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto South Harper Road
64 m · 11 sec · South Harper Road
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Turn left onto South Tate Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · South Tate Street
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Turn left onto North Fillmore Street
156 m · 16 sec · North Fillmore Street
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Turn left
136 m · 32 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 Columbus and Corinth.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
Keep slight right
30.6 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.
Sunny leaving Columbus and Sunny near Corinth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Corinth?
The road trip is about 113.1 miles (182 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Verona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.6 miles from Columbus and 56.5 miles from Corinth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.55 one way or $31.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbus and Sunny near Corinth.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Corinth. Straight-line distance: 99.54 mi (160.2 km).
#1 Columbus
County seat of Lowndes County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,307 |
| Coordinates | 33.4956700, -88.4272600 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Corinth
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 14,435 |
| Coordinates | 34.9342500, -88.5222700 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
End: Corinth (-88.52227, 34.93425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $3.90 | $15.55 | $31.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $17.35 | $34.71 |
| Premium | $4.74 | $18.89 | $37.79 |
| Diesel | $5.93 | $23.66 | $47.32 |
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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