How far is Oxford, MS from Columbus, MS?
The driving distance from Oxford, MS to Columbus, MS is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 33m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Lee County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oxford and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford and Columbus.
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Start on Courthouse Square
45 m · 12 sec · Courthouse Square
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Continue on Courthouse Square
28 m · 4 sec · Courthouse Square
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Turn right
17 m · 2 sec
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Turn right onto South Lamar Boulevard
684 ft · 27 sec · South Lamar Boulevard
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Turn left onto University Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · University Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward University Avenue
752 ft · 19 sec · University Avenue
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Exit the rotary onto University Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · University Avenue
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Turn right
104 m · 15 sec
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Turn slight left
37 m · 5 sec
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Turn left
21.2 mi · 25 min
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Continue straight
26.5 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45 South, US 278 East: Amory, Columbus
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45 South, US 278 East: Nettleton
24.4 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 52 sec
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1 km · 44 sec
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2140 ft · 28 sec
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
1.5 km · 1 min
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Continue on North 5th Street
3239 ft · 2 min · North 5th Street
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Turn left onto North 2nd Avenue
119 m · 19 sec · North 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
87 m · 13 sec · North 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oxford and Columbus.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
University Avenue
Continue straight
26.5 mi · 00h 32m
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 Oxford and Sunny near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oxford to Columbus?
The road trip is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Shannon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.9 miles from Oxford and 54.9 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 1:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.02 one way or $30.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oxford and Sunny near Columbus.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oxford and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 86.82 mi (139.73 km).
#1 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 22,314 |
| Coordinates | 34.3665000, -89.5192500 |
| Altitude | 154 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
County seat of Lowndes County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,307 |
| Coordinates | 33.4956700, -88.4272600 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbus (-88.42726, 33.49567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 34m |
| 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 | $3.87 | $15.02 | $30.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $16.77 | $33.55 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $18.28 | $36.56 |
| Diesel | $5.88 | $22.80 | $45.60 |
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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