How far is Southaven, MS from West Point, MS?
The driving distance from Southaven, MS to West Point, MS is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 39m 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 49m.
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.
City in Union County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Southaven and West Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven and West Point.
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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
14.1 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 49 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue on US Highway 45 Alternate
27.7 mi · 33 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2622 ft · 58 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Division Street
64 m · 11 sec · North Division Street
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Turn right
10 m · 2 sec
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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 West Point.
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 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 Rain Showers Likely near West Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Southaven to West Point?
The road trip is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
New Albany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Southaven and 72.4 miles from West Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.35 one way or $38.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Southaven and Rain Showers Likely near West Point.
Stop Ideas Near New Albany
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 New Albany.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Southaven and West Point. Straight-line distance: 123.11 mi (198.12 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 West Point
Federal service academy in West Point, New York, United States
| Population | 10,378 |
| Coordinates | 33.6076200, -88.6503300 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Point (-88.65033, 33.60762)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.76 | $43.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.63 | $47.27 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.67 | $55.34 |
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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