How far is Horn Lake, MS from Ripley, MS?
The driving distance from Horn Lake, MS to Ripley, MS is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.4 miles (102.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m 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 and county seat of Marshall County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Horn Lake and Ripley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horn Lake and Ripley.
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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
45.4 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 178: Hickory Flat
1302 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
92 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
1626 ft · 31 sec
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 2 min
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Turn left
1634 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto Mississippi Highway 2
1.4 km · 2 min · Mississippi Highway 2
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Continue on Mississippi Highway 2
8.8 mi · 15 min · Mississippi Highway 2
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Continue on West Palmer Street
1 km · 1 min · West Palmer Street
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Turn left onto South Guyton Boulevard
6 mi · 9 min · South Guyton Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2322 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Walnut Street
139 m · 20 sec · West Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Horn Lake and Ripley.
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
45.4 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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Horn Lake and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Ripley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Horn Lake to Ripley?
The road trip is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Holly Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.5 miles from Horn Lake and 37.5 miles from Ripley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.4 miles (102.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.04 one way or $20.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Horn Lake and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Ripley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Horn Lake and Ripley. Straight-line distance: 63.42 mi (102.07 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 Ripley
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,189 |
| Coordinates | 34.7298200, -88.9506200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ripley (-88.95062, 34.72982)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.04 | $20.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.29 | $22.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.26 | $24.51 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
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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