How far is Oxford, MS from Waynesboro, MS?
The driving distance from Oxford, MS to Waynesboro, MS is about 157 miles (252.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.6 miles (218.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 52m 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 26m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oxford and Waynesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford and Waynesboro.
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Start on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi · 15 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
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Continue on Gloster Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Gloster Road
3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
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Continue on Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Yap 3 Road
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Turn left onto United States Highway 98
1.8 mi · 2 min · United States Highway 98
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Turn right onto Old US Hwy 84
1.4 mi · 3 min · Old US Hwy 84
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Turn right
48 mi · 57 min
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Continue straight
20.2 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
39.5 mi · 45 min
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Continue on West 5th Street
1767 ft · 41 sec · West 5th Street
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Continue on Sawmill Road
2582 ft · 58 sec · Sawmill Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Sawmill Road
50 m · 3 sec · Sawmill Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Sawmill Road
1467 ft · 31 sec · Sawmill Road
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Continue on North Magnolia Street
562 ft · 13 sec · North Magnolia Street
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Turn right onto Teresa Street
937 ft · 21 sec · Teresa Street
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Turn left onto Cross Street
1179 ft · 22 sec · Cross Street
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Turn right onto Chantilly Street
11.6 mi · 14 min · Chantilly Street
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 17 min
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Turn right
2.7 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Azalea Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oxford and Waynesboro.
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
Turn right
48 mi · 00h 57m
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 Oxford and Sunny near Waynesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oxford to Waynesboro?
The road trip is about 157 miles (252.6 km) and usually takes 03h 26m 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?
Prentiss is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.4 miles from Oxford and 78.6 miles from Waynesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.6 miles (218.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.4 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 10:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.98 one way or $41.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oxford and Sunny near Waynesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Prentiss
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 Prentiss.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oxford and Waynesboro. Straight-line distance: 135.65 mi (218.31 km).
#1 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 28,635 |
| Coordinates | 31.2679500, -90.8981600 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waynesboro
City in Mississippi
| Population | 4,866 |
| Coordinates | 31.6748800, -88.6461500 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waynesboro (-88.64615, 31.67488)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.98 | $41.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.59 | $47.19 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.62 | $51.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.00 | $60.00 |
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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