How far is Horn Lake, MS from Starkville, MS?
The driving distance from Horn Lake, MS to Starkville, MS is about 172.1 miles (277 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125 miles (201.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Horn Lake and Starkville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horn Lake and Starkville.
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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
1.8 mi · 3 min · Goodman Road West
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Take the ramp slight right toward Jackson
2237 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
103.4 mi · 1 hr 51 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 Horn Lake and Starkville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Jackson
Merge slight left
103 mi · 01h 51m
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 Starkville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Horn Lake to Starkville?
The road trip is about 172.1 miles (277 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Grenada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.6 miles from Horn Lake and 87.6 miles from Starkville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125 miles (201.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.1 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 1:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.99 one way or $45.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Horn Lake and Sunny near Starkville.
Stop Ideas Near Grenada
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 Grenada.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Horn Lake and Starkville. Straight-line distance: 125.03 mi (201.22 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 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: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $22.99 | $45.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.85 | $51.70 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.07 | $56.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.87 | $65.74 |
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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