How far is Richland, MS from Horn Lake, MS?
The driving distance from Richland, MS to Horn Lake, MS is about 200.9 miles (323.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 187.8 miles (302.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 28m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Montgomery County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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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 the route
1860 ft · 2 min
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Continue on Frontage Road
1050 ft · 51 sec · Frontage Road
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Turn left onto Old Hwy 49 North
42 m · 7 sec · Old Hwy 49 North
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Turn right onto Highway 49 South
1.9 mi · 2 min · Highway 49 South
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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
193.7 mi · 3 hr 30 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 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.
Jackson
Merge slight left
194 mi · 03h 30m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Richland and 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 200.9 miles (323.3 km) and usually takes 03h 44m 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?
Duck Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100.7 miles from Richland and 100.2 miles from Horn Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 187.8 miles (302.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.85 one way or $53.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Richland and Mostly Sunny near Horn Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Duck Hill
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 Duck Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richland and Horn Lake. Straight-line distance: 187.82 mi (302.26 km).
#1 Richland
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 7,087 |
| Coordinates | 32.2390400, -90.1584200 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| 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: 323 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 30m |
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 | $26.85 | $53.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $30.20 | $60.39 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.79 | $65.58 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $38.39 | $76.78 |
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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