How far is Richland, MS from Horn Lake, MS?
The driving distance from Richland, MS to Horn Lake, MS is about 157.2 miles (253 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 04m 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 32m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richland and Horn Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richland and Horn Lake.
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Start on Front Road
1124 ft · 55 sec · Front Road
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Turn left onto Logger Lake Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Logger Lake Road
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Turn left
74.7 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
684 ft · 12 sec
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Continue straight
12.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the ramp slight right
19.5 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
41.7 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right
1554 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
145 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto Goodman Road West
5.8 mi · 9 min · Goodman Road West
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Turn right onto Camelot Road
3034 ft · 2 min · 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 Richland and Horn Lake.
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 left
74.7 mi · 01h 43m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Richland and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Horn Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richland to Horn Lake?
The road trip is about 157.2 miles (253 km) and usually takes 03h 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?
Tutwiler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.7 miles from Richland and 78.5 miles from Horn Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 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 9:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.02 one way or $42.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Richland and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Horn Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Tutwiler
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 Tutwiler.
Greenwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richland and Horn Lake. Straight-line distance: 133.22 mi (214.4 km).
#1 Richland
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 7,270 |
| Coordinates | 33.0642900, -90.4887000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| 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: Horn Lake (-90.03481, 34.95537)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 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 | $21.02 | $42.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.64 | $47.27 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.67 | $51.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.05 | $60.11 |
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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