How far is Leland, MS from Oxford, MS?
The driving distance from Leland, MS to Oxford, MS is about 175.5 miles (282.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.7 miles (237.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 13m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in the US state of Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leland and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leland and Oxford.
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Start on North Broad Street
986 ft · 28 sec · North Broad Street
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Turn left onto South Deer Creek Drive East
3165 ft · 1 min · South Deer Creek Drive East
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61 South: Vicksburg
2368 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
79.6 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Keep slight right
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Natchez
46.4 mi · 53 min
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Turn left
13.8 mi · 24 min
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Turn left
11.1 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
1.6 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Walnut Street
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Continue on Gloster Road
3.3 mi · 8 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gloster Road
3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gloster Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Gloster Road
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Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi · 15 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oxford-Meadville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leland and Oxford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 61 South
Merge slight left
79.6 mi · 01h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Leland and Sunny near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leland to Oxford?
The road trip is about 175.5 miles (282.5 km) and usually takes 03h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Vicksburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.6 miles from Leland and 87.9 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.7 miles (237.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.44 one way or $46.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Leland and Sunny near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Vicksburg
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 Vicksburg.
Vicksburg, MS
Union Station
Yazoo City
Hazlehurst station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leland and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 147.68 mi (237.67 km).
#1 Leland
City in Washington County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 3,659 |
| Coordinates | 33.4053900, -90.8976000 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 28,635 |
| Coordinates | 31.2679500, -90.8981600 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford-Meadville Road (-90.898562, 31.26795)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 282 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $23.44 | $46.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.36 | $52.73 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.63 | $57.26 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $33.52 | $67.04 |
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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