How far is Leland, MS from Southaven, MS?
The driving distance from Leland, MS to Southaven, MS is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.5 miles (194 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Coahoma County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leland and Southaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leland and Southaven.
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Start on North Broad Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Broad Street
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Turn straight onto Old Hwy 61
1.3 km · 1 min · Old Hwy 61
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Griffin Road
44 m · 3 sec · Griffin Road
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Turn left
68.4 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Continue straight
28.5 mi · 33 min
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Continue straight
25.5 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right
1554 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
145 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto Goodman Road West
7 mi · 11 min · Goodman Road West
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Whitworth Street
1362 ft · 43 sec · Whitworth Street
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Turn right onto Moss Point Drive
1248 ft · 1 min · Moss Point Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Five Oaks Drive West
52 m · 8 sec · Five Oaks Drive West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Five Oaks Drive West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leland and Southaven.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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68.4 mi · 01h 23m
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 Leland and Sunny near Southaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leland to Southaven?
The road trip is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Lyon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Leland and 66.9 miles from Southaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.5 miles (194 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.87 one way or $35.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Leland and Sunny near Southaven.
Stop Ideas Near Lyon
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 Lyon.
Greenwood
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leland and Southaven. Straight-line distance: 120.54 mi (193.99 km).
#1 Leland
City in Washington County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 3,659 |
| Coordinates | 33.4053900, -90.8976000 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southaven
The most populous city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 56,644 |
| Coordinates | 34.9889800, -90.0125900 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Five Oaks Drive West (-90.012414, 34.988979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.87 | $35.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.10 | $40.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.83 | $43.66 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $25.56 | $51.12 |
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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