How far is Southaven, MS from Shaw, MS?
The driving distance from Southaven, MS to Shaw, MS is about 118.3 miles (190.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.3 miles (169.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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 Shaw.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven and Shaw.
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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
110.9 mi · 2 hr 13 min
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Turn right onto East Peeler Avenue
2647 ft · 57 sec · East Peeler Avenue
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Turn left onto White Oak Street
118 m · 17 sec · White Oak Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · White Oak Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Southaven and Shaw.
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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111 mi · 02h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Southaven and Mostly Sunny near Shaw.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Southaven to Shaw?
The road trip is about 118.3 miles (190.4 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Coahoma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Southaven and 59.1 miles from Shaw.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.3 miles (169.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.79 one way or $31.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Southaven and Mostly Sunny near Shaw.
Stop Ideas Near Coahoma
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 Coahoma.
Central Station
Greenwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Southaven and Shaw. Straight-line distance: 105.23 mi (169.35 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 Shaw
Town in Bolivar and Sunflower counties, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,655 |
| Coordinates | 33.6021100, -90.7745800 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shaw (-90.77458, 33.60211)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.79 | $31.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.76 | $35.52 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.29 | $38.57 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.58 | $45.16 |
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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