How far is Yazoo City, MS from Oxford, MS?
The driving distance from Yazoo City, MS to Oxford, MS is about 141.2 miles (227.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.4 miles (182.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 43m 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 02h 21m.
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City in Copiah 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 Yazoo City and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yazoo City and Oxford.
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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
35.8 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 South
92 m · 7 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South
1276 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South
2522 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
53.4 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
1459 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
125 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
22.7 mi · 26 min
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Turn left
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Yap 3 Road
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Continue on Gloster Road
3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gloster Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Gloster Road
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Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi · 15 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 Yazoo City 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.
I 55 South
Merge slight left
53.4 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Yazoo City and 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 Yazoo City to Oxford?
The road trip is about 141.2 miles (227.3 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Crystal Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.7 miles from Yazoo City and 70.5 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.4 miles (182.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.86 one way or $37.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Yazoo City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal Springs
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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 Oxford. Straight-line distance: 113.39 mi (182.49 km).
#1 Yazoo City
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 10,869 |
| Coordinates | 32.8551300, -90.4056500 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| 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: 227 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $18.86 | $37.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.21 | $42.42 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.03 | $46.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.97 | $53.93 |
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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