How far is West Point, MS from Horn Lake, MS?
The driving distance from West Point, MS to Horn Lake, MS is about 150.4 miles (242.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.2 miles (196.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 48m 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 24m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Point and Horn Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Point and Horn Lake.
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Start on the route
10 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto North Division Street
64 m · 11 sec · North Division Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
2622 ft · 56 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto US Highway 45 Alternate
26.3 mi · 32 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
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Continue on Martin Luther King Drive
18.1 mi · 21 min · Martin Luther King Drive
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Continue on Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
3.3 mi · 4 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
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Keep slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 78:west: Memphis
1205 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
83.7 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 302: Olive Branch Southaven
952 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left
60 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Goodman Road
10.4 mi · 16 min · Goodman Road
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Turn left onto Hurt Road
2690 ft · 2 min · Hurt Road
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Turn right onto Camelot Road
59 m · 9 sec · Camelot Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Camelot Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Point and Horn Lake.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 78
Merge slight left
83.7 mi · 01h 30m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving West Point and Mostly Sunny near Horn Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Point to Horn Lake?
The road trip is about 150.4 miles (242.1 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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 West Point and 78 miles from Horn Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.2 miles (196.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.2 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 1:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.11 one way or $40.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around West Point and Mostly Sunny near Horn Lake.
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 West Point and Horn Lake. Straight-line distance: 122.14 mi (196.56 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Horn Lake
City in De Soto County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 27,282 |
| Coordinates | 34.9553700, -90.0348100 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Camelot Road (-90.034826, 34.955344)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $20.11 | $40.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.62 | $45.23 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.56 | $49.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.75 | $57.51 |
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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