Sharon, MS to Southaven, MS is 291.7 miles and takes about 5h 34m via I 55 and US 49, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, traversing the Southeast region. Given its mostly highway profile and single-day duration, it's a straightforward drive for those needing to connect these two points efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a consistent pace.
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
145.9 miles from Sharon, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
195.7 mi
3h 31m
US 49
58.8 mi
1h 11m
Veterans Memorial Highway
27.2 mi
31m
Randy Chancellor Memorial Highway
5 mi
8m
MS 15
2.2 mi
3m
Parker Drive
0.6 mi
1m
Northview Drive
0.5 mi
1m
Stateline Road West
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 195.7 mi, about 3h 31m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 57 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,443 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~141 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
17.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon, MS and Southaven, MS.
1
Start on Sharon Moss Road
135 ft·6 sec·Sharon Moss Road
2
Turn right onto MS 537
5.0 mi·8 min·Randy Chancellor Memorial Highway
3
Turn right onto Northview Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Northview Drive
4
Turn left onto Audubon Drive
0.1 mi·18 sec·Audubon Drive
5
Turn straight onto Old Bay Springs Road
0.1 mi·21 sec·Old Bay Springs Road
6
Turn right onto Parker Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Parker Drive
7
Turn left onto MS 15
2.2 mi·3 min·MS 15
8
Turn right onto US 84; MS 28
27 mi·31 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Toward US 49 North: Jackson
10
Merge onto US 49
57 mi·1 hr 9 min·US 49
11
Take the exit onto US 49
0.2 mi·21 sec·US 49
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
0.7 mi·1 min·US 49
Toward Jackson
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49
0.9 mi·1 min·US 49
14
Merge onto I 55
196 mi·3 hr 31 min·I 55
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward Southaven, Horn Lake
16
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
0.4 mi·53 sec·Stateline Road West
17
Turn left onto Millbranch Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Millbranch Road
18
Turn right onto Haleville Drive
0.2 mi·53 sec·Haleville Drive
19
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
0.1 mi·28 sec·Five Oaks Drive North
20
Arrive at destination
Five Oaks Drive West
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5.5-hour drive, consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for any unforeseen delays. The $43 fuel cost is an estimate, so checking current prices before you leave is wise. Since this is a one-day trip, you can be flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on I 55, as services can sometimes be spaced further apart in rural areas.
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 145.9 miles from Sharon, MS, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 195.7 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 64 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.9 miles or 2h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 35m
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 Sharon, 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 Sharon, MS
This is one driving day of about 291.7 miles and 5h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Sharon, 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 195.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Final third
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
$10 to $20
Grenada, Mississippi
Hours: 6:30 AM–5 PM
+16625616063
Jenkins Farms Cooking
Later in the drive, ~12 min detour
Final third
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
Oakland, Mississippi
+16624177954
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 291.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
5.5 mi into trip|~10m in|Audubon Drive
Turn left onto Audubon Drive
Navigation decision point
6
35.7 mi into trip|~47m in
Take the exit toward US 49 North: Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 49 North: Jackson
5
93.1 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|US 49
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49 toward Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Jackson
5
290.5 mi into trip|~5h 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
291.6 mi into trip|~5h 34m in|Five Oaks Drive North
Turn left onto Five Oaks Drive North
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.49 one way
$80.99 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg102 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$45.31
$90.61
premium
$4.29
$49.26
$98.51
diesel
$4.80
$55.08
$110.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87.5
1
$30.63
$14.00
Efficient EV
72.9
0
$25.52
$11.67
EV Truck/SUV
116.7
1
$40.84
$18.67
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Sharon, MS
Late night
in Sharon on Sunday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Clear
NW 0 to 5 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Southaven, MS
Late night
in Southaven on Sunday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
WSW 5 to 10 mph5% chanceLive 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
1 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 34m 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
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 100.6
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...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
Free
near mile 221.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 88% highway, meaning you'll be on high-speed roads for the vast majority of the 291.7 miles. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 195.7 miles, predominantly on I 55. As you approach your destination, expect an increase in exit density and local traffic as you transition off the main interstate.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 195.7 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 49. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near Audubon Drive.
Driving Effort6/10
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 291.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 5.5 miles (Audubon Drive): Navigation decision point; at 35.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 93.1 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
405 ft191 ft
Total Climb
495 ft
Total Descent
493 ft
Highest Point
405 ft
~166.7 mi in
Elevation Range
214 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Sharon, MS to Southaven, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Jackson along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 34m. Total distance: 291.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 195.7 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Southaven, 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles (Audubon Drive): Navigation decision point; at 35.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 93.1 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument and Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Southaven, MS before the return drive.
