Kosciusko, MS to Horn Lake, MS is 141.2 miles and takes about 2h 45m via I 55, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Expect a highway-focused journey with a high percentage of interstate travel, making it a straightforward trip. It’s a manageable distance for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.6 miles from Kosciusko, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
113.8 mi
2h 1m
MS 35
22.4 mi
33m
Goodman Road West
2.1 mi
3m
North Jackson Street
1.7 mi
3m
Hurt Road
0.5 mi
2m
Camelot Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
East Jefferson Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 113.8 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kosciusko, MS and Horn Lake, MS.
1
Start on East Jefferson Street
102 ft·2 sec·East Jefferson Street
2
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi·3 min·North Jackson Street
3
Continue on MS 35
22 mi·33 min·MS 35
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
5
Merge onto I 55
114 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 55
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch
7
Keep slight left at fork
192 ft·6 sec
Toward Memphis
8
Turn left onto MS 302
2.1 mi·3 min·Goodman Road West
9
Turn left onto Hurt Road
0.5 mi·2 min·Hurt Road
10
Turn right onto Camelot Road
193 ft·8 sec·Camelot Road
11
Arrive at destination
Camelot Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 45m duration, this is a comfortable one-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected traffic delays. With only one recommended stop and a high highway share, you can easily cover this distance in a single push if needed, though breaking it up at a rest area along I 55 is always an option. Be mindful of your fuel, especially during the longest 113.8-mile stretch on I 55, and plan your refueling accordingly before you leave Kosciusko or as you approach your destination in Horn Lake.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.6 miles from Kosciusko, MS, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.8 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 31 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.6 miles or 1h 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 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Horn Lake, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kosciusko, 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 Kosciusko, MS
This is one driving day of about 141.2 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Kosciusko, 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 I 55 for about 113.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 141.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Jackson Street
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
3
24.2 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
138.2 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake, Olive Branch
6
138.5 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Memphis
4
141.2 mi into trip|~2h 45m in|Camelot Road
Turn right onto Camelot Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.32 one way
$42.65 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$23.41
$46.82
premium
$4.56
$25.34
$50.69
diesel
$5.61
$31.18
$62.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.4
0
$14.83
$6.78
Efficient EV
35.3
0
$12.35
$5.65
EV Truck/SUV
56.5
0
$19.77
$9.04
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Kosciusko, MS
Night
in Kosciusko on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Horn Lake, MS
Night
in Horn Lake on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Grenada, MS
71 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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.
Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument
National Monument
In 1955, 14-year-old Emmett Till traveled to Money, Mississippi, to visit relatives. He was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered after reportedly whistling at a white woman. His mother, Mamie Till-Mobley...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 77.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 96% of your travel occurring on major roadways. You'll spend the majority of your time on I 55, including a substantial stretch of 113.8 miles without needing to exit. While the profile suggests a consistent highway experience, keep an eye out for the transition onto Goodman Road West as you approach Horn Lake. The primary roads are I 55 and MS 35, indicating a predominantly fast-paced journey.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.8 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 35. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Jackson Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kosciusko, MS to Horn Lake, MS is easy. At 2h 45m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 138.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 141.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 113.8 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 138.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Horn Lake, MS before heading back.
