How far is Waveland, MS from Madison, MS?
The driving distance from Waveland, MS to Madison, MS is about 182.1 miles (293.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.5 miles (251.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lamar County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waveland and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waveland and Madison.
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Start on Central Avenue
121 m · 17 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Coleman Avenue
596 ft · 12 sec · Coleman Avenue
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Continue on Saint Joseph Street
3140 ft · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street
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Turn right onto Saint Anthony Street
25 m · 7 sec · Saint Anthony Street
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Turn left onto McLaurin Street
2422 ft · 1 min · McLaurin Street
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Turn left onto Nicholson Avenue
1150 ft · 34 sec · Nicholson Avenue
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Continue straight
25 mi · 37 min
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Continue straight
15.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1317 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
40.4 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North, MS 42 West: Jackson
1123 ft · 39 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
69.9 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 North: Ridgeland
1640 ft · 42 sec
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Continue on I-55 North Frontage Road
2662 ft · 47 sec · I-55 North Frontage Road
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Turn straight
4.2 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
1177 ft · 34 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Depot Drive
11 m · 2 sec · Depot Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Depot Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waveland and Madison.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 49 North
Continue straight
69.9 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Waveland and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waveland to Madison?
The road trip is about 182.1 miles (293.1 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?
Sumrall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.3 miles from Waveland and 91.9 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.5 miles (251.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.35 one way or $48.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Waveland and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Sumrall
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 Sumrall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waveland and Madison. Straight-line distance: 156.47 mi (251.82 km).
#1 Waveland
City in Hancock County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,315 |
| Coordinates | 30.2868600, -89.3761600 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
| Population | 25,701 |
| Coordinates | 32.4618100, -90.1153600 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
End: Depot Drive (-90.115346, 32.461805)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 293 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
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 | $24.35 | $48.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.39 | $54.77 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.74 | $59.48 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.82 | $69.64 |
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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