How far is Oxford, MS from Horn Lake, MS?
The driving distance from Oxford, MS to Horn Lake, MS is about 72.8 miles (117.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.1 miles (80.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 26m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oxford and Horn Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford and Horn Lake.
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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
1.2 km · 2 min · South Lamar Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
1045 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right
1636 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
45.3 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch
1582 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Memphis
58 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Goodman Road West
2.1 mi · 4 min · Goodman Road West
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Turn left onto Hurt Road
2690 ft · 2 min · Hurt Road
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Turn right onto Camelot Road
59 m · 9 sec · Camelot Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Camelot Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oxford and Horn Lake.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Lamar Boulevard
Merge slight left
45.3 mi · 00h 49m
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 leaving Oxford and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Horn Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oxford to Horn Lake?
The road trip is about 72.8 miles (117.2 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Como is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.4 miles from Oxford and 36.5 miles from Horn Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.1 miles (80.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.7 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 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.73 one way or $19.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Oxford and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Horn Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Como
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 Como.
Central Station
Greenwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oxford and Horn Lake. Straight-line distance: 50.14 mi (80.69 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 Horn Lake
City in De Soto County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 27,282 |
| Coordinates | 34.9553700, -90.0348100 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Camelot Road (-90.034826, 34.955344)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.73 | $19.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.95 | $21.89 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.89 | $23.77 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.92 | $27.83 |
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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