How far is Starkville, MS from Indianola, MS?
The driving distance from Starkville, MS to Indianola, MS is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 59m 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 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Starkville and Indianola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Starkville and Indianola.
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Start on the route
88 m · 27 sec
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Turn left
65 m · 16 sec
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Continue on Victory Lane
869 ft · 38 sec · Victory Lane
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Continue on Eckford Drive
782 ft · 36 sec · Eckford Drive
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Turn right onto MS 12
1453 ft · 42 sec · MS 12
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Turn left onto South Jackson Street
3.1 mi · 6 min · South Jackson Street
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Take the ramp left
1427 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
86.4 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Continue straight
26.7 mi · 33 min
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Turn left onto College Avenue
1228 ft · 1 min · College Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Augusta Street
27 m · 6 sec · West Augusta Street
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Turn right onto College Avenue
1423 ft · 1 min · College Avenue
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Turn left onto Lee Street
23 m · 3 sec · Lee Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lee Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Starkville and Indianola.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Jackson Street
Merge slight left
86.4 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Sunny leaving Starkville and Sunny near Indianola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Starkville to Indianola?
The road trip is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
Winona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Starkville and 58.9 miles from Indianola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.28 one way or $32.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Starkville and Sunny near Indianola.
Stop Ideas Near Winona
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 Winona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Starkville and Indianola. Straight-line distance: 105.81 mi (170.29 km).
#1 Starkville
City in Mississippi
| Population | 25,540 |
| Coordinates | 33.4504900, -88.8196100 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Indianola
City in Mississippi
| Population | 8,855 |
| Coordinates | 33.4509500, -90.6550900 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
End: Indianola (-90.65509, 33.45095)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.92 | $16.28 | $32.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $18.19 | $36.37 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $19.81 | $39.62 |
| Diesel | $5.89 | $24.44 | $48.89 |
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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