How far is Horn Lake, MS from Clarksdale, MS?
The driving distance from Horn Lake, MS to Clarksdale, MS is about 67 miles (107.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.5 miles (97.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Tunica County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horn Lake and Clarksdale.
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Start on Camelot Road
3031 ft · 2 min · Camelot Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Goodman Road West
6 mi · 9 min · Goodman Road West
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Take the ramp straight
2362 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
57.2 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right
1743 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
85 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight
2382 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on 4th Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · 4th Street
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Turn right
600 ft · 44 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 Horn Lake and Clarksdale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Goodman Road West
Merge slight left
57.2 mi · 01h 07m
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 Cloudy leaving Horn Lake and Partly Cloudy near Clarksdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Horn Lake to Clarksdale?
The road trip is about 67 miles (107.8 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Tunica is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.5 miles from Horn Lake and 33.4 miles from Clarksdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.5 miles (97.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 3:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.94 one way or $17.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Horn Lake and Partly Cloudy near Clarksdale.
Stop Ideas Near Tunica
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 Tunica.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Horn Lake and Clarksdale. Straight-line distance: 60.44 mi (97.27 km).
#1 Horn Lake
City in De Soto County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 27,282 |
| Coordinates | 34.9553700, -90.0348100 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clarksdale
City in Coahoma County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 14,470 |
| Coordinates | 34.2001100, -90.5709300 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarksdale (-90.57093, 34.20011)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $8.94 | $17.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.05 | $20.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.92 | $21.83 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.78 | $25.56 |
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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