How far is Horn Lake, MS from Pontotoc, MS?
The driving distance from Horn Lake, MS to Pontotoc, MS is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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 50m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Horn Lake and Pontotoc.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horn Lake and Pontotoc.
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Start on Camelot Road
59 m · 14 sec · Camelot Road
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Turn left onto Hurt Road
2690 ft · 2 min · Hurt Road
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Turn right onto Goodman Road West
10.2 mi · 16 min · Goodman Road West
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Take the ramp slight right
1837 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
61.2 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 15, MS 30 East: Pontotoc, Ripley
1199 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MS 15, MS 30 East: Pontotoc, Ripley
50 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
10.3 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
4.8 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Turnpike Road
2064 ft · 43 sec · Turnpike Road
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Turn left onto West Oxford Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Oxford Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1943 ft · 43 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Marion Street
17 m · 2 sec · East Marion Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Marion Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Horn Lake and Pontotoc.
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
61.2 mi · 01h 06m
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 Horn Lake and Sunny near Pontotoc.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Horn Lake to Pontotoc?
The road trip is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Potts Camp is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Horn Lake and 44.6 miles from Pontotoc.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 2:50 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 Sunny around Horn Lake and Sunny near Pontotoc.
Stop Ideas Near Potts Camp
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 Potts Camp.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Horn Lake and Pontotoc. Straight-line distance: 76.57 mi (123.22 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 Pontotoc
City in Pontotoc County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,227 |
| Coordinates | 34.2478800, -88.9986700 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pontotoc (-88.99867, 34.24788)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 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 |
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| 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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