How far is Houston, MS from Horn Lake, MS?
The driving distance from Houston, MS to Horn Lake, MS is about 113.8 miles (183.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Benton County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Houston and Horn Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston and Horn Lake.
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Start on East Hamilton Street
91 m · 15 sec · East Hamilton Street
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · North Jackson Street
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Continue on County Road 515 North
1.2 mi · 2 min · County Road 515 North
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At the end of the road, turn right
20 mi · 30 min
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Turn left
10.3 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
773 ft · 13 sec
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Continue straight
7.5 mi · 10 min
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Take the ramp left toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
56.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 302: Olive Branch Southaven
952 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left
60 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Goodman Road
10.4 mi · 16 min · Goodman Road
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Turn left onto Hurt Road
2690 ft · 2 min · Hurt Road
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Turn right onto Camelot Road
59 m · 9 sec · Camelot Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Camelot Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Houston and Horn Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I-22 West
Continue straight
56.7 mi · 01h 01m
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 Houston and Sunny near Horn Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Houston to Horn Lake?
The road trip is about 113.8 miles (183.1 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Hickory Flat is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.9 miles from Houston and 56.9 miles from Horn Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.22 one way or $30.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Houston and Sunny near Horn Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Hickory Flat
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 Hickory Flat.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Houston and Horn Lake. Straight-line distance: 93.9 mi (151.11 km).
#1 Houston
Town in Mississippi
| Population | 3,375 |
| Coordinates | 33.8984500, -88.9992300 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Horn Lake
City in De Soto County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 27,282 |
| Coordinates | 34.9553700, -90.0348100 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Horn Lake (-90.03481, 34.95537)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 183 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.22 | $30.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.12 | $34.24 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.59 | $37.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.77 | $43.54 |
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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