How far is Drew, MS from Southaven, MS?
The driving distance from Drew, MS to Southaven, MS is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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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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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City in Coahoma 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 Drew and Southaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Drew and Southaven.
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Start on East Shaw Avenue
805 ft · 40 sec · East Shaw Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Street
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Continue on Highway 49
14.6 mi · 22 min · Highway 49
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At the end of the road, turn left
684 ft · 12 sec
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Continue straight
12.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the ramp slight right
19.5 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
41.7 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right
1554 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
145 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto Goodman Road West
7 mi · 11 min · Goodman Road West
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Whitworth Street
1362 ft · 43 sec · Whitworth Street
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Turn right onto Moss Point Drive
1248 ft · 1 min · Moss Point Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Five Oaks Drive West
52 m · 8 sec · Five Oaks Drive West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Five Oaks Drive West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Drew and Southaven.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 49
Continue straight
41.7 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Drew and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Southaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Drew to Southaven?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Lula is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.7 miles from Drew and 49.7 miles from Southaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.29 one way or $26.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Drew and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Southaven.
Stop Ideas Near Lula
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 Lula.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Drew and Southaven. Straight-line distance: 86.59 mi (139.36 km).
#1 Drew
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,579 |
| Coordinates | 33.8095600, -90.5264800 |
| Altitude | 41 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southaven
The most populous city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 56,644 |
| Coordinates | 34.9889800, -90.0125900 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Five Oaks Drive West (-90.012414, 34.988979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.95 | $29.90 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.23 | $32.47 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.01 | $38.01 |
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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