How far is Southaven, MS from Richland, MS?
The driving distance from Southaven, MS to Richland, MS is about 160.2 miles (257.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.8 miles (218.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 13m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tallahatchie 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 Richland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven and Richland.
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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
63.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
13.9 mi · 21 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Highway 49
14.6 mi · 22 min · Highway 49
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Continue on East Street
60.1 mi · 1 hr 21 min · East Street
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Turn right onto Logger Lake Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Logger Lake Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Front Road
1124 ft · 49 sec · Front Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Front Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Southaven and Richland.
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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63.1 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Southaven and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Richland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Southaven to Richland?
The road trip is about 160.2 miles (257.8 km) and usually takes 03h 36m 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?
Tutwiler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.2 miles from Southaven and 80 miles from Richland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.8 miles (218.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 9:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.40 one way or $42.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.2 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 Partly Sunny near Richland.
Stop Ideas Near Tutwiler
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 Tutwiler.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Southaven and Richland. Straight-line distance: 135.75 mi (218.47 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 Richland
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 7,270 |
| Coordinates | 33.0642900, -90.4887000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richland (-90.4887, 33.06429)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $21.40 | $42.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.06 | $48.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.13 | $52.26 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.59 | $61.19 |
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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