How far is Indianola, MS from Madison, MS?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Indianola, Mississippi 38751 to Madison, Mississippi 39110, which is approximately 88.3 miles (142.1 kilometers) away:

Directions

  1. Head west on Lee St toward Alexander Ave.
  2. Turn right onto Alexander Ave.
  3. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Westside Ave.
  4. Follow US-49W S and US 49 S to 1st St in Madison County.
  5. Turn right onto US-49W S/Martin Luther King Dr.
  6. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for US-49 S/Jackson and merge onto US 49 S/Jerry Clower Blvd.
  7. Take MS-22 E and MS-463 E to Depot Dr in Madison.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Tip: Plan for approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes of travel time.
  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Tip: Take US-49W S and US 49 S for a convenient route.
  • โ›ฝ Tip: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • ๐Ÿšง Tip: Stay updated on traffic conditions and potential road closures.
  • ๐Ÿด Tip: Pack some snacks and water for the trip.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Tip: Keep your phone charged for navigation and emergencies.
  • ๐Ÿš™ Tip: Check your vehicle's tire pressure and general condition before starting the trip.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
91.44 mi
01h 36m
Flight
75.17 mi
120.97 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
75.17 mi
Kilometers
120.97 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
91.44 mi
Kilometers
147.16 km
Drive Time
01h 36m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Madison
Fri, Apr 17, 9:04 AM CDT
Return by in Indianola
Fri, Apr 17, 10:41 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Indianola
2026-04-17T07:27
Arrive Madison
Fri, Apr 17, 9:04 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:37 AM to 11:37 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:16 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Indianola
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Yazoo City
MS

City in Mississippi, United States

From Indianola
45.7 mi
00h 48m
To Madison
45.8 mi
00h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89ยฐF
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
88ยฐF
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Indianola and Madison.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Indianola and Madison.

  1. 1

    Start on Lee Street

    23 m ยท 5 sec ยท Lee Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Alexander Avenue

    29 m ยท 5 sec ยท Alexander Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Westside Avenue

    1360 ft ยท 49 sec ยท Westside Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 2nd Street

    1.2 mi ยท 3 min ยท 2nd Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto North Martin Luther King Drive

    45.4 mi ยท 54 min ยท North Martin Luther King Drive

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on US 49 South: Jackson

    2791 ft ยท 53 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight right onto Jerry Clower Boulevard

    3.4 mi ยท 6 min ยท Jerry Clower Boulevard

  8. 8

    Turn left

    23.2 mi ยท 32 min

  9. 9

    Take the ramp right

    2002 ft ยท 49 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    15.2 mi ยท 16 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward MS 463: Madison

    1893 ft ยท 46 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left

    109 m ยท 11 sec

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.3 km ยท 2 min ยท Main Street

  14. 14

    Turn slight right

    51 m ยท 8 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Main Street

    2326 ft ยท 1 min ยท Main Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Depot Drive

    11 m ยท 2 sec ยท Depot Drive

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Depot Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Indianola and Madison.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Martin Luther King Drive
45.4 mi ยท 50%
Jerry Clower Boulevard
18.9 mi ยท 21%
Main Street
1.25 mi ยท 1%
2nd Street
1.16 mi ยท 1%
US 49 South
0.53 mi ยท 1%
MS 463
0.43 mi
Longest Stretch

North Martin Luther King Drive

Turn right onto North Martin Luther King Drive

45.4 mi ยท 00h 54m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 36m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.3 mi
75.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Yazoo City
00h 48m from Indianola
Leave By
3:16 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Indianola and Sunny near Madison.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Indianola to Madison?

The road trip is about 91.5 miles (147.2 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?

Yazoo City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.7 miles from Indianola and 45.8 miles from Madison.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 75.2 miles (121 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 3:16 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.23 one way or $24.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Indianola and Sunny near Madison.

Stop Ideas Near Yazoo City

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Yazoo City, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Yazoo City.

RAIL

Yazoo City

1 mi away
West Broadway (SR149) and North Water Street
RAIL

Union Station

65 mi away
300 W. Capital Street
BUS

Vicksburg, MS

74 mi away
1295 South Frontage Road
RAIL

Greenwood

77 mi away
Carrolton Ave. and East Gibbs Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Indianola and Madison. Straight-line distance: 75.17 mi (120.97 km).

Indianola

#1 Indianola

City in Mississippi

Population8,855
Coordinates33.4509500, -90.6550900
Altitude37
CountryUnited States
Madison

#2 Madison

City in Madison County, Florida, United States

Population25,701
Coordinates32.4618100, -90.1153600
Altitude103
CountryUnited States
Start: Lee Street (-90.655108, 33.450892)
End: Depot Drive (-90.115346, 32.461805)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 147 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 02m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 17m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 31m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.23 gal
12.21 L ยท about $12.23
Round trip
$24.46
6.46 gal ยท 24.42 L
Estimated CO2
28.7 kg one way
Round trip: 57.4 kg / 127 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $12.23 $24.46
Mid-grade $4.26 $13.76 $27.51
Premium $4.63 $14.94 $29.88
Diesel $5.42 $17.49 $34.98

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi ยท Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Indianola and Madison. The current time is 07:27:50.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.