Origin
Pontotoc, MS
Night in Pontotoc on Saturday
Local time
11:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pontotoc, MS to Horn Lake, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
89.2 mi
144 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pontotoc, MS
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Horn Lake, MS
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Trip Overview
Pontotoc, MS to Horn Lake, MS is 89.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 50 minutes via I 22 and MS 15, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region towards the western side of the state. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it an easy option for a single day. You'll cover most of the distance on major roadways, so expect a relatively quick journey. Consider this route if you need to get between these two points efficiently with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.6 miles from Pontotoc, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 56.7 mi | 1h |
| MS 15 | 15.2 mi | 22m |
| Goodman Road | 10.4 mi | 16m |
| MS 30 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| West Oxford Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hurt Road | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Turnpike Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 56.7 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pontotoc, MS and Horn Lake, MS.
1
Start on East Marion Street
54 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Marion Street
2
Turn right onto MS 41
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto MS 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Oxford Street
4
Turn right onto MS 336
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Turnpike Road
5
Turn right onto MS 15
7.6 mi
·
12 min
·
MS 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on MS 15
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
MS 15
7
Continue on MS 15
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
MS 15
8
Take the ramp onto MS 30
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
MS 30
Toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on I 22; US 78
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 22; US 78
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward MS 302: Olive Branch Southaven
11
Keep slight left at fork
195 ft
·
10 sec
12
Turn left onto MS 302
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Goodman Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Hurt Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hurt Road
14
Turn right onto Camelot Road
193 ft
·
8 sec
·
Camelot Road
15
Arrive at destination
Camelot Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time of under two hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by midday, or even leave in the afternoon. Fuel costs are estimated at $13, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Pontotoc, as there are no designated stops on this short route. The longest stretch on I 22 means you can cover a good portion of the miles without interruption. Keep an eye on signage for MS 15 and Goodman Road as you get closer to Horn Lake to ensure you stay on track.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.6 miles from Pontotoc, MS, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.7 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 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Horn Lake, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Pontotoc, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pontotoc, MS
This is one driving day of about 89.2 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Pontotoc, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 22 for about 56.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.6 miles from Pontotoc, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 78.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MS 15
Turn right onto MS 15
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
16.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
MS 30
Take the ramp onto MS 30 toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
4
78.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward MS 302: Olive Branch Southaven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 302: Olive Branch Southaven
5
78.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
78.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
MS 302 / Goodman Road
Turn left onto MS 302 / Goodman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.47 one way
$26.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.79 | $29.58 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.69 | $39.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.49 | $5.71 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Horn Lake, MS
Night in Horn Lake on Saturday
Local time
11:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 50m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily on highways, with 86% of the route utilizing them. You'll experience a significant stretch of 56.7 miles on I 22, offering a consistent pace. While much of the drive is highway-focused, the inclusion of MS 15 and Goodman Road suggests a transition to more local routes as you approach your destination. Expect a blend of higher-speed travel and potentially some slower sections closer to Horn Lake. The overall feel is one of steady progress rather than winding country roads.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.7 mi on I 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and MS 15. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near MS 15.
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 89.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.5 miles (MS 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles (MS 30): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 89.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.7 miles on I 22. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (MS 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles (MS 30): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Horn Lake, MS before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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