How far is Waveland, MS from Oxford, MS?
The driving distance from Waveland, MS to Oxford, MS is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113 miles (181.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 56m 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 28m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Pike County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waveland and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waveland and Oxford.
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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
1.6 km · 2 min · Saint Joseph Street
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Turn left onto Old Spanish Trail
1.1 km · 1 min · Old Spanish Trail
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
5.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn left
1599 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
7.9 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
1190 ft · 14 sec · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
47.6 mi · 51 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55: Jackson
2308 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
36.9 mi · 40 min · Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1212 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left
31 m · 5 sec
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Turn left
23.5 mi · 41 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
6.9 mi · 10 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Van-Norman Road
2.7 mi · 10 min · Van-Norman Road
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Turn right onto Busy Corner Road
3.4 mi · 8 min · Busy Corner Road
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Turn left onto Oxford-Meadville Road
3097 ft · 1 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oxford-Meadville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waveland and Oxford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West Florida Republic Parkway
Continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
47.6 mi · 00h 51m
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 Waveland and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waveland to Oxford?
The road trip is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Osyka is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.6 miles from Waveland and 72.6 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113 miles (181.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.3 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 1:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.39 one way or $38.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Waveland and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Osyka
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waveland and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 112.95 mi (181.77 km).
#1 Waveland
City in Hancock County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,315 |
| Coordinates | 30.2868600, -89.3761600 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 28,635 |
| Coordinates | 31.2679500, -90.8981600 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford-Meadville Road (-90.898562, 31.26795)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 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 | $19.39 | $38.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.81 | $43.61 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.68 | $47.36 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.72 | $55.45 |
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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