Origin
Corinth, MS
Late night in Corinth on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corinth, MS to Madison, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 41m
Distance
245.2 mi
395 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corinth, MS
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Madison, MS
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Corinth to Madison covers 245.2 miles across the heart of Mississippi. Expect a drive time of approximately 4 hours and 41 minutes, making this a very manageable single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via MS 7, US 45, and the Pontotoc Parkway West. Budgeting roughly $37 for fuel should keep your tank full for the duration of the journey. Since the entire trip takes place within the Southeast, you can anticipate consistent regional driving conditions throughout. It is straightforward enough that you won't need to worry about an overnight split, allowing you to reach your destination well before evening.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
122.6 miles from Corinth, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 7 | 143.9 mi | 2h 38m |
| US 45 | 43.5 mi | 50m |
| Pontotoc Parkway West | 29.8 mi | 34m |
| MS 9 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| I 22 | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| South Tate Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| I 55 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
MS 7
— 143.9 mi, about 2h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corinth, MS and Madison, MS.
1
Start on this road
446 ft
·
34 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto North Fillmore Street
510 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Fillmore Street
3
Turn right onto South Tate Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South Tate Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto US 45
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 45
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 45
6
Continue on US 45
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 45
29 mi
·
33 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 78:west: Memphis
9
Merge onto I 22; US 78
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 22; US 78
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 76--
Toward MS 9 South: Sherman, Pontotoc
11
Turn slight left
131 ft
·
10 sec
12
Turn left onto MS 9
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
MS 9
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Oxford, University of Mississippi
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto US 278; MS 6
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Pontotoc Parkway West
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 278; MS 6
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Pontotoc Parkway West
16
Continue on MS 6; US 278
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
MS 6; US 278
17
Continue on US 278; MS 6
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 278; MS 6
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward MS 7: Holly Springs, Water Valley
19
Keep slight left at fork
171 ft
·
7 sec
20
Merge onto MS 7
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
MS 7
21
Enter roundabout onto MS 7
124 ft
·
1 sec
·
MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
22
Continue on MS 7
36 mi
·
41 min
·
MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
23
Take the exit onto MS 7
101 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
MS 7
24
Continue on I 55
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 55
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward MS 463: Madison
26
Keep slight left at fork
357 ft
·
11 sec
27
Turn left onto MS 463
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
28
Turn slight right
168 ft
·
7 sec
29
Turn right onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
30
Turn left onto Depot Drive
36 ft
·
1 sec
·
Depot Drive
31
Arrive at destination
Depot Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 41-minute journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the route is efficient and highway-heavy, leaving in the morning gives you plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace without the pressure of a tight schedule. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the long 143.9-mile stretch on MS 7, as service opportunities may be spaced out. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to choose your departure time based on traffic patterns near your destination. Utilizing the Pontotoc Parkway West as part of your navigation will help you maintain consistent momentum as you move toward Madison.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122.6 miles from Corinth, MS, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 143.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 54 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.6 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Madison, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corinth, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Corinth, MS
This is one driving day of about 245.2 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Corinth, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on MS 7 for about 143.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.6 miles from Corinth, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MS 7 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 143.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 97.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Tate Street
Turn right onto South Tate Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward MS 9 South: Sherman, Pontotoc
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 76--
Toward MS 9 South: Sherman, Pontotoc
5
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
MS 9
Turn left onto MS 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
66.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Oxford, University of Mississippi
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Oxford, Universi...
5
97.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward MS 7: Holly Springs, Water Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 7: Holly Springs, Water Valley
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.03 one way
$74.06 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $40.65 | $81.30 |
| premium | $4.56 | $44.01 | $88.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.14 | $108.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.6 | 0 | $25.75 | $11.77 |
| Efficient EV | 61.3 | 0 | $21.46 | $9.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.1 | 1 | $34.33 | $15.69 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Madison, MS
Late night in Madison on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Oxford, MS
123 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 42.3
Park Closure: Partial Closure of Rocky Springs Trail
Park Closure: Temporary Blackland Prairie Trail Closure to Equestrians
Tupelo National Battlefield
National Battlefield
In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 50.7
View on nps.gov
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 245.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of your route dedicated to major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on MS 7, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 143.9 miles. Because the route relies so heavily on primary roads, the experience behind the wheel is consistent and predictable rather than winding or technical. You can expect a steady rhythm as you transition between these main arteries, providing a reliable pace for the duration of your trip. The drive offers a direct path through the state, minimizing the need for complex navigation or frequent lane changes.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 143.9 mi on MS 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 7 and US 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near South Tate Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 245.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South Tate Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles (MS 9): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Corinth, MS and Madison, MS, road signs point toward Pontotoc, University Of Mississippi and Water Valley.
Pontotoc
56 mi in
|
~1h 7m
University Of Mississippi
66.1 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Water Valley
97.8 mi in
|
~1h 57m
About the Cities
Starting in Corinth, MS
Full guide →Corinth is in the Mississippi Hills region of Mississippi, in Alcorn County.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 41m. Total distance: 245.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 143.9 miles on MS 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Madison, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South Tate Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles (MS 9): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail, Tupelo National Battlefield and Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Madison, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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