How far is Southaven, MS from Marion, MS?

The driving distance from Southaven, MS to Marion, MS is about 233.9 miles (376.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 194.2 miles (312.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 08m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
233.95 mi
04h 34m
Flight
194.22 mi
312.57 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
194.22 mi
Kilometers
312.57 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
233.95 mi
Kilometers
376.5 km
Drive Time
04h 34m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Marion
Sun, May 3, 10:38 AM CDT
Return by in Southaven
Sun, May 3, 3:12 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Southaven
2026-05-03T06:03
Arrive Marion
Sun, May 3, 10:38 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:34 AM to 12:34 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:52 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Southaven
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Okolona
MS

Human settlement in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, United States of America

From Southaven
117.1 mi
02h 17m
To Marion
116.9 mi
02h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
45°F
Overnight

Clear

Starts
Sun, May 3 3:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph
Destination
44°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Sun, May 3 2:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Southaven and Marion.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Southaven and Marion.

  1. 1

    Start on Five Oaks Drive West

    653 ft · 31 sec · Five Oaks Drive West

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Haleville Drive

    1097 ft · 54 sec · Haleville Drive

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Millbranch Road

    1307 ft · 39 sec · Millbranch Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Stateline Road West

    1360 ft · 29 sec · Stateline Road West

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    2426 ft · 59 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    1.2 mi · 1 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch

    1961 ft · 50 sec

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Goodman Road West

    8.3 mi · 13 min · Goodman Road West

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right

    1837 ft · 45 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    83.4 mi · 1 hr 29 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 45:south: Tupelo

    2228 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    14.1 mi · 17 min

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    2.2 mi · 2 min

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    1.1 km · 49 sec

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  18. 18

    Continue on US Highway 45 Alternate

    54.7 mi · 1 hr 6 min · US Highway 45 Alternate

  19. 19

    Continue on US Highway 45 Aiternate

    60.6 mi · 1 hr 9 min · US Highway 45 Aiternate

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on Old Highway 45 North

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Old Highway 45 North

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Alamutcha Street

    1323 ft · 1 min · Alamutcha Street

  22. 22

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Marion Drive

    15 m · 4 sec · Marion Drive

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Alamutcha Street

    29 m · 4 sec · Alamutcha Street

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Alamutcha Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Southaven and Marion.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
24 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Goodman Road West
92.1 mi · 39%
US Highway 45 Aiternate
60.6 mi · 26%
US Highway 45 Alternate
54.7 mi · 23%
US 45
21.7 mi · 9%
Stateline Road West
2.3 mi · 1%
Old Highway 45 North
1.73 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Goodman Road West

Merge slight left

83.4 mi · 01h 29m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 34m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+39.7 mi
194.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Okolona
02h 17m from Southaven
Leave By
7:52 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Clear leaving Southaven and Mostly Clear near Marion.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Southaven to Marion?

The road trip is about 233.9 miles (376.5 km) and usually takes 04h 34m 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?

Okolona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117.1 miles from Southaven and 116.9 miles from Marion.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 194.2 miles (312.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.28 one way or $62.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Clear around Southaven and Mostly Clear near Marion.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Southaven and Marion. Straight-line distance: 194.22 mi (312.57 km).

Southaven

#1 Southaven

The most populous city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.

Population56,644
Coordinates34.9889800, -90.0125900
Altitude95
CountryUnited States
Marion

#2 Marion

Suburb town of Meridian, located in Lauderdale County, Mississippi

Population1,482
Coordinates32.4173600, -88.6478200
Altitude112
CountryUnited States
Start: Southaven (-90.01259, 34.98898)
End: Marion (-88.64782, 32.41736)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 377 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 55m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.26 gal
31.25 L · about $31.28
Round trip
$62.56
16.52 gal · 62.5 L
Estimated CO2
73.4 kg one way
Round trip: 146.8 kg / 324 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $31.28 $62.56
Mid-grade $4.26 $35.18 $70.36
Premium $4.63 $38.20 $76.41
Diesel $5.42 $44.73 $89.46

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Southaven and Marion. The current time is 06:03:44.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.