How far is Natchez, MS from Madison, MS?
The driving distance from Natchez, MS to Madison, MS is about 109.5 miles (176.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.9 miles (157.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 13m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 02h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Natchez and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Natchez and Madison.
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Start on South Pearl Street
118 m · 21 sec · South Pearl Street
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Turn right onto Franklin Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Franklin Street
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Turn slight left onto Devereaux Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Devereaux Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward Devereaux Drive
714 ft · 20 sec · Devereaux Drive
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Merge slight right
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right
53.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight left
1129 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
53.2 mi · 57 min
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Keep slight right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Grenada, Memphis
8.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 North: Ridgeland
1640 ft · 42 sec
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Continue on I-55 North Frontage Road
2662 ft · 47 sec · I-55 North Frontage Road
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Turn straight
4.2 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
1177 ft · 34 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Depot Drive
11 m · 2 sec · Depot Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Depot Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Natchez and Madison.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Devereaux Drive
Merge slight left
53.2 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Natchez and Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Natchez to Madison?
The road trip is about 109.5 miles (176.3 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Brookhaven is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.3 miles from Natchez and 45.2 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.9 miles (157.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 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 2:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.62 one way or $29.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Natchez and Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Brookhaven
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 Brookhaven.
Brookhaven
Hazlehurst station
McComb
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Natchez and Madison. Straight-line distance: 97.85 mi (157.47 km).
#1 Natchez
County seat of Adams County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 14,362 |
| Coordinates | 31.5601700, -91.4032900 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
| Population | 25,701 |
| Coordinates | 32.4618100, -90.1153600 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
End: Depot Drive (-90.115346, 32.461805)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.85 | $35.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.90 | $41.80 |
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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