How far is Ocean Springs, MS from Southaven, MS?
The driving distance from Ocean Springs, MS to Southaven, MS is about 363.2 miles (584.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 323.7 miles (520.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 05m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 32m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ocean Springs and Southaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Springs and Southaven.
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Start on Washington Avenue
3.3 mi · 6 min · Washington Avenue
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Turn left
1950 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 110, MS 15, MS 67: Biloxi, Keesler Air Force Base
843 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left
969 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MS 15, MS 67: MS 15, MS 67
2203 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20.4 mi · 24 min · Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
2209 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
39.8 mi · 47 min
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn straight
10.3 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
1077 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
65.7 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
195.7 mi · 3 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Southaven, Horn Lake
1717 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Stateline Road West
1871 ft · 54 sec · Stateline Road West
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Turn left onto Millbranch Road
1285 ft · 37 sec · Millbranch Road
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Turn right onto Haleville Drive
1096 ft · 54 sec · Haleville Drive
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Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
653 ft · 29 sec · Five Oaks Drive North
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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 Ocean Springs and Southaven.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Jackson
Merge slight left
196 mi · 03h 32m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ocean Springs and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Southaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ocean Springs to Southaven?
The road trip is about 363.2 miles (584.5 km) and usually takes 05h 32m 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?
Madison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 180 miles from Ocean Springs and 183.2 miles from Southaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 323.7 miles (520.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.5 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 5:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $48.51 one way or $97.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 113.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ocean Springs and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Southaven.
Stop Ideas Near Madison
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 Madison.
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Hazlehurst station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ocean Springs and Southaven. Straight-line distance: 323.69 mi (520.93 km).
#1 Ocean Springs
City in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 17,791 |
| Coordinates | 30.4113100, -88.8278100 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| 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: 584 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 31m |
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 | $48.51 | $97.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $54.56 | $109.12 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $59.25 | $118.49 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $69.37 | $138.73 |
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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