How far is Southaven, MS from Mound Bayou, MS?
The driving distance from Southaven, MS to Mound Bayou, MS is about 98.2 miles (158.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 01m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Coahoma 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 Southaven and Mound Bayou.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven and Mound Bayou.
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Start on Five Oaks Drive West
52 m · 10 sec · Five Oaks Drive West
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Turn right onto Mosspoint Drive
51 m · 7 sec · Mosspoint Drive
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Turn straight onto Moss Point Drive
1081 ft · 48 sec · Moss Point Drive
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Turn right onto Whitworth Street
939 ft · 33 sec · Whitworth Street
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Turn left onto Stateline Road West
2.5 mi · 4 min · Stateline Road West
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Continue on State Line Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · State Line Road
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Turn left
88.7 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Turn right onto Moody Road
1496 ft · 34 sec · Moody Road
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Turn left
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edwards Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Southaven and Mound Bayou.
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
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88.7 mi · 01h 43m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Southaven and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Mound Bayou.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Southaven to Mound Bayou?
The road trip is about 98.2 miles (158.1 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Lula is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.2 miles from Southaven and 49.1 miles from Mound Bayou.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.14 one way or $26.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Southaven and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Mound Bayou.
Stop Ideas Near Lula
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 Lula.
Central Station
Greenwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Southaven and Mound Bayou. Straight-line distance: 86.89 mi (139.83 km).
#1 Southaven
The most populous city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 56,644 |
| Coordinates | 34.9889800, -90.0125900 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mound Bayou
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,341 |
| Coordinates | 33.8781700, -90.7273200 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mound Bayou (-90.72732, 33.87817)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 158 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.78 | $29.56 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.79 | $37.58 |
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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