How far is Southaven, MS from New Hope, MS?
The driving distance from Southaven, MS to New Hope, MS is about 169.3 miles (272.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.5 miles (229.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 27m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Southaven and New Hope.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven and New Hope.
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Start on Five Oaks Drive West
653 ft · 31 sec · Five Oaks Drive West
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Turn right onto Haleville Drive
1097 ft · 54 sec · Haleville Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Millbranch Road
1307 ft · 39 sec · Millbranch Road
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Turn right onto Stateline Road West
1360 ft · 29 sec · Stateline Road West
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Take the ramp slight right
2426 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch
1961 ft · 50 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Goodman Road West
8.3 mi · 13 min · Goodman Road West
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Take the ramp slight right
1837 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
83.4 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45:south: Tupelo
2228 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
12.6 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45 South, US 278 East: Nettleton
24.4 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 52 sec
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1 km · 44 sec
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2140 ft · 28 sec
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
1.5 km · 1 min
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Continue on North 5th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · North 5th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on Alabama Street
4.3 mi · 8 min · Alabama Street
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Turn right onto New Hope Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · New Hope Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · New Hope Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Southaven and New Hope.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
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.
Clear leaving Southaven and Sunny near New Hope.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Southaven to New Hope?
The road trip is about 169.3 miles (272.4 km) and usually takes 03h 27m 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?
Sherman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.6 miles from Southaven and 84.6 miles from New Hope.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.5 miles (229.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.8 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:04 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.27 one way or $44.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Southaven and Sunny near New Hope.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Southaven and New Hope. Straight-line distance: 142.53 mi (229.38 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 New Hope
New Hope is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.4681700, -88.3267000 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Hope (-88.3267, 33.46817)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 272 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
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 | $3.73 | $22.27 | $44.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $25.15 | $50.30 |
| Premium | $4.61 | $27.54 | $55.08 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $34.62 | $69.24 |
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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