How far is Grenada, MS from Starkville, MS?
The driving distance from Grenada, MS to Starkville, MS is about 89 miles (143.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61 miles (98.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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 01h 27m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grenada and Starkville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grenada and Starkville.
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Start on Sunset Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · Sunset Drive
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Turn left
1370 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right
1228 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
98 m · 8 sec
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Merge left
58.6 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 389: Downtown Starkville
2055 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight right
73 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto North Jackson Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn right
1400 ft · 36 sec
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Turn slight left
24 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Eckford Drive
782 ft · 34 sec · Eckford Drive
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Continue on Victory Lane
869 ft · 38 sec · Victory Lane
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Turn right
65 m · 18 sec
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Turn right
88 m · 21 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 Grenada and Starkville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Sunset Drive
Merge left
58.6 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Grenada and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Starkville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grenada to Starkville?
The road trip is about 89 miles (143.2 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Kilmichael is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.2 miles from Grenada and 45.8 miles from Starkville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61 miles (98.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 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 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.89 one way or $23.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Grenada and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Starkville.
Stop Ideas Near Kilmichael
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 Kilmichael.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grenada and Starkville. Straight-line distance: 61.01 mi (98.18 km).
#1 Grenada
City in Mississippi
| Population | 12,105 |
| Coordinates | 33.7690000, -89.8084200 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Starkville
City in Mississippi
| Population | 25,540 |
| Coordinates | 33.4504900, -88.8196100 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-88.819675, 33.450285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $11.89 | $23.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
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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