How far is Sardis, MS from Southaven, MS?
The driving distance from Sardis, MS to Southaven, MS is about 41.1 miles (66.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.5 miles (62 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Tate County, Mississippi, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sardis and Southaven.
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Start on East Lee Street
1 mi · 2 min · East Lee Street
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Take the ramp left
949 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
38.5 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Southaven, Horn Lake
1717 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Stateline Road West
1871 ft · 54 sec · Stateline Road West
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Turn left onto Millbranch Road
1285 ft · 37 sec · Millbranch Road
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Turn right onto Haleville Drive
1096 ft · 54 sec · Haleville Drive
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Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
653 ft · 29 sec · Five Oaks Drive North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Five Oaks Drive West
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Lee Street
Merge slight left
38.5 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sardis and Mostly Sunny near Southaven.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Sardis to Southaven?
The road trip is about 41.1 miles (66.2 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Senatobia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.6 miles from Sardis and 20.6 miles from Southaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.5 miles (62 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.49 one way or $10.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sardis and Mostly Sunny near Southaven.
Stop Ideas Near Senatobia
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sardis and Southaven. Straight-line distance: 38.53 mi (62 km).
#1 Sardis
Town in Panola County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,661 |
| Coordinates | 34.4370500, -89.9159200 |
| Altitude | 113 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southaven
The most populous city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 56,644 |
| Coordinates | 34.9889800, -90.0125900 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Five Oaks Drive West (-90.012414, 34.988979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.18 | $12.35 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.71 | $13.41 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
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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