If you are planning a trip from Southaven to Drew, you are looking at a 99.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize US 61, Highway 49, and US 49 to navigate between these two Mississippi towns. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should cover your travel costs for this trip. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region of Mississippi, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Southaven, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 61
63.1 mi
1h 13m
Highway 49
14.6 mi
21m
US 49
13.9 mi
20m
State Line Road
3.9 mi
6m
Stateline Road West
2.5 mi
4m
East Street
0.8 mi
1m
Moss Point Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Whitworth Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southaven, MS and Drew, MS.
1
Start on Five Oaks Drive West
169 ft·9 sec·Five Oaks Drive West
2
Turn right onto Mosspoint Drive
168 ft·7 sec·Mosspoint Drive
3
Turn straight onto Moss Point Drive
0.2 mi·48 sec·Moss Point Drive
4
Turn right onto Whitworth Street
0.2 mi·33 sec·Whitworth Street
5
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
2.5 mi·4 min·Stateline Road West
6
Continue on State Line Road
3.9 mi·6 min·State Line Road
7
Turn left onto US 61
63 mi·1 hr 13 min·US 61
8
Take the exit onto US 49
14 mi·20 min·US 49
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W
15 mi·21 min·Highway 49
10
Continue on US 49W
0.8 mi·1 min·East Street
11
Turn right onto East Shaw Avenue
0.2 mi·35 sec·East Shaw Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
East Shaw Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to worry about splitting the distance. Since there are no mandatory stops built into this 99.5-mile route, feel free to manage your own breaks based on your personal comfort. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when entering the longer 63.1-mile stretch on US 61 to ensure you have enough gas to reach your destination smoothly. If you prefer a relaxed drive, plan your departure to avoid peak commuting hours on the highway segments. Staying alert during the long, continuous highway sections is the best way to ensure a safe and successful arrival in Drew.
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 49.7 miles from Southaven, MS, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 22 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 1h 3m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Drew, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Southaven, 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 Southaven, MS
This is one driving day of about 99.5 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Southaven, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 61 for about 63.1 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Mosspoint Drive
Turn right onto Mosspoint Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|Whitworth Street
Turn right onto Whitworth Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|Stateline Road West
Turn left onto Stateline Road West
Navigation decision point
3
70 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|US 49
Take the exit onto US 49
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
83.9 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|US 49W / Highway 49
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W / Highway 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.03 one way
$30.05 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.50
$32.99
premium
$4.56
$17.86
$35.72
diesel
$5.61
$21.97
$43.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.8
0
$10.45
$4.78
Efficient EV
24.9
0
$8.71
$3.98
EV Truck/SUV
39.8
0
$13.93
$6.37
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Southaven, MS
Late night
in Southaven on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Drew, MS
Late night
in Drew on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
2h 11m 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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 85.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused driving experience, as 92% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US 61, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 63.1 miles. Because the route relies heavily on major roads, the drive feels efficient and straightforward rather than winding or technical. You can anticipate a steady pace behind the wheel as you transition between these primary thoroughfares. The consistency of the highway segments allows for a predictable journey that emphasizes speed and direct movement.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.1 mi on US 61.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and Highway 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mosspoint Drive.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Southaven, MS to Drew, MS is easy. At 2h 11m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mosspoint Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Whitworth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Stateline Road West): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 99.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 63.1 miles on US 61. 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 (Mosspoint Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Whitworth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Stateline Road West): Navigation decision point.
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 Drew, MS before heading back.
