How far is Forest, MS from Horn Lake, MS?
The driving distance from Forest, MS to Horn Lake, MS is about 191.9 miles (308.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 181.9 miles (292.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 15m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Montgomery County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forest and Horn Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest and Horn Lake.
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Start on North Banks Street
57 m · 9 sec · North Banks Street
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
1665 ft · 31 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn right
48.2 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Turn left
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
676 ft · 14 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Jackson Street
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Continue straight
22.4 mi · 33 min
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Take the ramp right
1354 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
113.8 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch
1582 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Memphis
58 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Goodman Road West
2.1 mi · 4 min · Goodman Road West
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Turn left onto Hurt Road
2690 ft · 2 min · Hurt Road
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Turn right onto Camelot Road
59 m · 9 sec · Camelot Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Camelot Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forest and Horn Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Jackson Street
Merge slight left
114 mi · 02h 02m
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.
Sunny leaving Forest and Mostly Sunny near Horn Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forest to Horn Lake?
The road trip is about 191.9 miles (308.8 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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?
Duck Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.9 miles from Forest and 96.1 miles from Horn Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 181.9 miles (292.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 10:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.64 one way or $51.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Forest and Mostly Sunny near Horn Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Duck Hill
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 Duck Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forest and Horn Lake. Straight-line distance: 181.88 mi (292.71 km).
#1 Forest
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,483 |
| Coordinates | 32.3645900, -89.4742300 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Horn Lake
City in De Soto County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 27,282 |
| Coordinates | 34.9553700, -90.0348100 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Camelot Road (-90.034826, 34.955344)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 309 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $25.64 | $51.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.83 | $57.67 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $31.31 | $62.62 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.66 | $73.32 |
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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