How far is Southaven, MS from Richton, MS?
The driving distance from Southaven, MS to Richton, MS is about 178.3 miles (287 km), with a travel time of about 03h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 166.7 miles (268.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 35m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 17m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Southaven and Richton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven and Richton.
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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
171.1 mi · 3 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
2214 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right
5.5 mi · 10 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Southaven and Richton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Stateline Road West
Merge slight left
171 mi · 03h 03m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Southaven and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Richton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Southaven to Richton?
The road trip is about 178.3 miles (287 km) and usually takes 03h 17m 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?
Grenada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.3 miles from Southaven and 89 miles from Richton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 166.7 miles (268.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:24 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.84 one way or $47.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Southaven and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Richton.
Stop Ideas Near Grenada
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 Grenada.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Southaven and Richton. Straight-line distance: 166.7 mi (268.27 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 Richton
Human settlement in Perry County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 992 |
| Coordinates | 32.5790300, -90.1495300 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richton (-90.14953, 32.57903)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 287 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $23.84 | $47.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.78 | $53.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.27 | $58.55 |
| Diesel | $5.85 | $36.77 | $73.53 |
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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