How far is Madison, MS from Hernando, MS?
The driving distance from Madison, MS to Hernando, MS is about 172.9 miles (278.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.4 miles (262.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 16m 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 08m.
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.
Town in Montgomery County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Hernando.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Hernando.
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Start on Depot Drive
11 m · 3 sec · Depot Drive
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Turn right onto Main Street
2421 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2318 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
169.9 mi · 3 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Hermando
1453 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto East Commerce Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Commerce Street
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Turn right
49 m · 3 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 Madison and Hernando.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Merge slight left
170 mi · 03h 02m
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 Madison and Sunny near Hernando.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Hernando?
The road trip is about 172.9 miles (278.2 km) and usually takes 03h 08m 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?
Duck Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Madison and 86.2 miles from Hernando.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.4 miles (262.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 10:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.10 one way or $46.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Madison and Sunny near Hernando.
Stop Ideas Near Duck Hill
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 Duck Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Hernando. Straight-line distance: 163.36 mi (262.9 km).
#1 Madison
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
| Population | 25,701 |
| Coordinates | 32.4618100, -90.1153600 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hernando
City in Mississippi
| Population | 16,854 |
| Coordinates | 34.8239900, -89.9937000 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hernando (-89.9937, 34.82399)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $23.10 | $46.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.98 | $51.96 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.21 | $56.43 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $33.03 | $66.06 |
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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