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Trip from Oxford, MS to Oxford, MS

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 10m

Distance

258.6 mi

416 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 57m ★
6 AM
5h 10m
8 AM
5h 37m
10 AM
5h 20m
12 PM
5h 17m
3 PM
5h 21m
5 PM
5h 36m
8 PM
5h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Oxford, MS

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Oxford, MS

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Trip Overview

This 258.6-mile drive, estimated to take about 5 hours and 10 minutes, offers a straightforward journey through Mississippi. Primarily utilizing MS 7, I 55, and US 84, this route is almost entirely highway, making it a manageable day trip. With a projected fuel cost of $39, it's an economical option for a single day's adventure. The drive remains within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Given its duration and highway focus, you can comfortably complete this loop and return to Oxford, MS, within a single day.

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

129.3 miles from Oxford, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MS 7 144.2 mi 2h 39m
I 55 71.6 mi 1h 19m
US 84 22.7 mi 26m
Gloster Road 6.5 mi 15m
Oxford-Meadville Road 6.3 mi 15m
Yap 3 Road 2.6 mi 6m
US 98 1.9 mi 2m
MS 184 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: MS 7 — 144.2 mi, about 2h 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, MS and Oxford, MS.

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Start on Courthouse Square

148 ft · 11 sec · Courthouse Square
2

Continue on Courthouse Square

92 ft · 4 sec · Courthouse Square
3

Turn right

55 ft · 2 sec
4

Turn right onto South Lamar Boulevard

0.1 mi · 26 sec · South Lamar Boulevard
5

Turn left onto MS 314

0.7 mi · 1 min · University Avenue
6

Enter roundabout

36 ft · 0 sec
7

Continue

0.2 mi · 19 sec
8

Merge onto MS 7

6.8 mi · 9 min · MS 7
9

Enter roundabout onto MS 7

124 ft · 1 sec · MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
10

Continue on MS 7

36 mi · 41 min · MS 7
Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
11

Take the exit onto MS 7

101 mi · 1 hr 48 min · MS 7
12

Continue on I 55

18 mi · 21 min · I 55
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

54 mi · 57 min · I 55
Toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
15

Keep slight right at fork

409 ft · 9 sec
Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
16

Merge onto US 84

23 mi · 26 min · US 84
17

Turn left onto MS 184

1.4 mi · 2 min · MS 184
18

Turn left onto US 98

1.9 mi · 2 min · US 98
19

Turn right onto Yap 3 Road

2.6 mi · 6 min · Yap 3 Road
20

Continue on Gloster Road

3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
21

At end of road, turn right onto Gloster Road

2.8 mi · 6 min · Gloster Road
22

Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road

6.3 mi · 15 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
23

Arrive at destination

Oxford-Meadville Road

Trip Plan

This route is well-suited for a single-day excursion from Oxford, MS, so you have flexibility in planning your departure. Aiming for an early start will allow ample time for the 5-hour, 10-minute drive and any brief stops you might need. The longest stretch on MS 7 is over two hours, so plan a fuel and rest stop before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning between the main roads, as services can be spaced out on longer highway sections. A concrete tip: ensure you have a full tank before beginning the 144.2-mile segment on MS 7 to avoid any potential delays.

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 129.3 miles from Oxford, MS, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.2 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 57 miles or 1h 7m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 129.3 miles or 2h 24m 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 56m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oxford, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Oxford, 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 Oxford, MS

This is one driving day of about 258.6 miles and 5h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Oxford, 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 144.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Madison County, Mississippi, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ridgeland, MS

129 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

Grenada, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Madison, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 129.3 miles from Oxford, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before MS 7 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 144.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Red Samurai Express

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Madison, Mississippi

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.8

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17693000654

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Shadrachs Coffee Oxford

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Oxford, Mississippi

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16627070540

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.5

Water Valley, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+16625062170

Visit website

Mazzio’s Pizza & Wings

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.8

Madison, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16018537778

Visit website

Red Samurai Express

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.8

Madison, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17693000654

Visit website

Jack's Family Restaurant

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.5

Water Valley, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+16016513142

Visit website

The Delta Bean Coffee Shop

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 55.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16623077323

Los Lobos Mexican Restaurant

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 203.2

Wesson, Mississippi

+16016431327

Swinging Bridge Restaurant

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 166.3

Byram, Mississippi

+16012552260

Shadrachs Coffee Oxford

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Oxford, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16627070540

Visit website

Greenhouse Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 73.9

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+16626336811

Star donuts and coffee Winona

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.9

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+16622296266

The Espresso Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 166.3

Richland, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+17692358869

The Delta Bean Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.9

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

Donut Place #2

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 55.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+16018121486

Lift Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 55.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Sipp on Sunset

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 55.4

Grenada, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–6:30 pm

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Oxford, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

SKYCHARGER Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 18.5

Water Valley, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18884092980

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 73.9

Winona, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

601 Escape Rooms

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 166.3

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: Closed

+16012603334

Visit website

Battlefield Park

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 166.3

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

Visit website

Mississippi Museum of Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 166.3

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+16019601515

Visit website

Cathead Distillery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 166.3

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 4–9 pm

+16016673038

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 217.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Lamar Boulevard

Turn right onto South Lamar Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
7.9 mi into trip | ~12m in | MS 7

Enter roundabout onto MS 7 toward MS 7 South: Water Valley

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
6
163.1 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
5
216.9 mi into trip | ~4h 1m in

Take the exit toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
7
217.1 mi into trip | ~4h 1m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.05 one way

$78.11 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 91 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $42.87 $85.75
premium $4.56 $46.42 $92.83
diesel $5.61 $57.10 $114.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 90.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 77.6 0 $27.15 $12.41
Efficient EV 64.7 0 $22.63 $10.34
EV Truck/SUV 103.4 1 $36.20 $16.55

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Oxford, MS

Late night in Oxford on Sunday

Local time

4:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oxford, MS

Late night in Oxford on Sunday

Local time

4:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Mostly Sunny

S 5 mph 7% chance 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

8 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

5h 10m 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.

Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

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...

5 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 160.5
View on nps.gov
Natchez National Historical Park

Natchez National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover the history of all the peoples of Natchez, Mississippi, from European settlement, African enslavement, the American cotton economy, to the Civil Rights struggle on the lower Mississippi River...

30 mi from route ~74 min detour Free near mile 249.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of the drive taking place on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 144.2 miles on MS 7, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While primarily interstate and highway, the route does incorporate other main roads like US 84, potentially offering slight variations in scenery and speed. This drive is designed for efficient travel, prioritizing getting you to your destination quickly.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 144.2 mi on MS 7.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 7 and I 55. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Lamar Boulevard.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 258.6 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Lamar Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (MS 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 163.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Oxford, MS and Oxford, MS, road signs point toward New Orleans and Natchez.

New Orleans

163.1 mi in | ~3h 3m | via I 55

Natchez

216.9 mi in | ~4h 1m

About the Cities

Starting in Oxford, MS

Full guide →

Oxford is a historic, picturesque town in North Central Mississippi. With its scenic town square, acclaimed restaurants, unique boutiques, oak-shaded neighborhoods, and friendly people, Oxford is the model Southern town. Named after Oxford, England, in hopes of attracting a university, the town was selected as the home of the University of Mississippi in 1848, which dominates life here today.

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 5h 10m. Total distance: 258.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 144.2 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.

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 0.1 miles (South Lamar Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (MS 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 163.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument and Natchez National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Oxford, MS before the return drive.

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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