How far is Starkville, MS from Kosciusko, MS?
The driving distance from Starkville, MS to Kosciusko, MS is about 55.6 miles (89.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
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.
Town in Choctaw County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Starkville and Kosciusko.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Starkville and Kosciusko.
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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 · 43 sec · Victory Lane
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Turn left onto Yellow Jacket Drive
1206 ft · 58 sec · Yellow Jacket Drive
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Turn right onto Louisville Street
884 ft · 20 sec · Louisville Street
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Turn left
53.1 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Turn slight left onto East Jefferson Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Starkville and Kosciusko.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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53.1 mi · 01h 20m
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 Kosciusko.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Starkville to Kosciusko?
The road trip is about 55.6 miles (89.5 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Ackerman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.8 miles from Starkville and 27.8 miles from Kosciusko.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 3:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.69 one way or $15.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Starkville and Sunny near Kosciusko.
Stop Ideas Near Ackerman
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 Ackerman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Starkville and Kosciusko. Straight-line distance: 52.1 mi (83.85 km).
#1 Starkville
City in Mississippi
| Population | 25,540 |
| Coordinates | 33.4504900, -88.8196100 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kosciusko
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,615 |
| Coordinates | 33.0580000, -89.5895600 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kosciusko (-89.58956, 33.058)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.92 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $9.36 | $18.71 |
| Diesel | $5.89 | $11.54 | $23.09 |
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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