How far is Yazoo City, MS from Madison, MS?
The driving distance from Yazoo City, MS to Madison, MS is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32 miles (51.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Madison County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yazoo City and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yazoo City and Madison.
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Start on East 5th Street
20 m · 5 sec · East 5th Street
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1496 ft · 41 sec · Grand Avenue
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Continue on College Street
1066 ft · 49 sec · College Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Dunn Avenue
25 m · 6 sec · Dunn Avenue
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Turn left onto North Ward Street
1164 ft · 56 sec · North Ward Street
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Broadway Street
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Turn right
2122 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left
23.2 mi · 32 min
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Take the ramp right
2002 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
15.2 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 463: Madison
1893 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight left
109 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn slight right
51 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
2326 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left 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 Yazoo City and Madison.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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23.2 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
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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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Yazoo City and 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 Yazoo City to Madison?
The road trip is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Canton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.5 miles from Yazoo City and 21.1 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32 miles (51.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.68 one way or $11.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Yazoo City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Canton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yazoo City and Madison. Straight-line distance: 31.99 mi (51.49 km).
#1 Yazoo City
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 10,869 |
| Coordinates | 32.8551300, -90.4056500 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| 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: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.39 | $12.78 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
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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