Origin
Nellieburg, MS
Morning in Nellieburg on Tuesday
Local time
10:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nellieburg, MS to Southaven, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 35m
Distance
213.7 mi
344 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 22m
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6 AM
4h 35m
8 AM
5h 2m
10 AM
4h 45m
12 PM
4h 42m
3 PM
4h 46m
5 PM
5h 1m
8 PM
4h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nellieburg, MS
大 董
Southaven, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
Nellieburg, MS to Southaven, MS is 213.7 miles and takes about 4h 35m via I 55, MS 19, and MS 35, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you through the Southeast region of Mississippi, primarily on well-maintained highways. Expect a straightforward drive that's ideal for a single-day journey. Given its relatively short duration and focus on major roads, it's a practical option for those needing to cover ground efficiently within the state.
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
106.8 miles from Nellieburg, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 115.8 mi | 2h 4m |
| MS 19 | 66.6 mi | 1h 39m |
| MS 35 | 22.4 mi | 33m |
| Pecan Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Jackson Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| MS 731 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Old 8th Street Road North | 0.8 mi | 3m |
| Stateline Road West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 115.8 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nellieburg, MS and Southaven, MS.
1
Start on Old 8th Street Road North
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Old 8th Street Road North
2
At end of road, turn left onto MS 19
32 mi
·
47 min
·
MS 19
3
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16; MS 19
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Beacon Street
4
Turn right onto MS 21
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pecan Avenue
5
Turn left
1.2 mi
·
2 min
6
Continue on MS 19
34 mi
·
50 min
·
MS 19
7
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 19; MS 35
8
Turn left onto MS 731
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 731
9
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
10
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Jackson Street
11
Continue on MS 35
22 mi
·
33 min
·
MS 35
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
13
Merge onto I 55
116 mi
·
2 hr 4 min
·
I 55
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
15
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Stateline Road West
16
Turn left onto Millbranch Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Millbranch Road
17
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Haleville Drive
18
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Five Oaks Drive North
19
Arrive at destination
Five Oaks Drive West
Trip Plan
For this 4-and-a-half-hour drive, consider departing mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and allow for a relaxed start. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $32, you have flexibility in your pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the halfway point on the 115.8-mile stretch of I 55, as service areas can sometimes be spaced out. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, so you can easily adjust your schedule if needed.
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 106.8 miles from Nellieburg, MS, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.8 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 47 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.8 miles or 2h 38m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southaven, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nellieburg, 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 Nellieburg, MS
This is one driving day of about 213.7 miles and 4h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Nellieburg, 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 115.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 106.8 miles from Nellieburg, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.8 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 32.7 and 213.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
32.7 mi into trip
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~50m in
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MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street
Navigation decision point
4
32.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
MS 21 / Pecan Avenue
Turn right onto MS 21 / Pecan Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
34.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
212.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
Take the exit toward Southaven, Horn Lake
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
5
213.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m in
|
Five Oaks Drive North
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.27 one way
$64.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $35.43 | $70.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $38.36 | $76.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.18 | $94.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.1 | 0 | $22.44 | $10.26 |
| Efficient EV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.70 | $8.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.5 | 1 | $29.92 | $13.68 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Southaven, MS
Morning in Southaven on Tuesday
Local time
10:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
4h 35m 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.
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 147.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll spend most of your time on I 55, experiencing a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 115.8 miles on I 55, meaning you can settle in for a significant period without needing to navigate complex interchanges. The character of the drive is largely dictated by these high-speed corridors, offering a smooth and direct path between your starting and ending points.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 115.8 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 19. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 32.7 miles in near MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 35m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 32.7 miles (MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.8 miles (MS 21 / Pecan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 34.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 213.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 115.8 miles on I 55. 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.
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: at 32.7 miles (MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.8 miles (MS 21 / Pecan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 34.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Southaven, 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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