Road Trips from City of Greenville, MS
Looking for a quick escape from Greenville, MS? You've got options ranging from short, two-hour drives on mostly highway to longer hauls that take around six hours. Most of these routes are on flat terrain, making for an easy ride. Several destinations offer park access or nearby monuments, perfect for a day trip or a longer exploration. Consider a half-day drive to Newton for a 10/10 drive score, or head further south for a longer journey with access to historical sites.
Total Routes
9
Shortest
2h
With Parks Nearby
8
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Newton, MS
3h 42m182.8 mi one way
For a highly-rated drive, Newton offers a score of 10 over 182.8 miles, taking about 3.7 hours. This route mixes highway and surface roads on flat terrain. It also includes park access, making it a good choice if you want a bit more to do than just drive.
Hazlehurst, MS
3h 5m151.7 mi one way
This 151.7-mile drive to Hazlehurst takes around 3.1 hours and boasts a drive score of 9. The route features a mix of highway and surface roads on mostly flat terrain. It's noteworthy for its proximity to the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, offering a historical element to your trip.
Weekend trip
6 total in this range
Meridian, MS
4h 10m211.1 mi one way
Covering 211.1 miles and taking 4.2 hours, this drive to Meridian has a perfect drive score of 10. The path utilizes mixed highway and surface roads across flat terrain. Like Hazlehurst, it's near the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, adding a historical stop.
Columbia, MS
4h 26m202.7 mi one way
This 202.7-mile trip to Columbia will take about 4.4 hours, with a solid drive score of 9. Expect a blend of highway and surface roads over flat terrain. The route also provides access to parks and the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument.
Gulf Park Estates, MS
6h 2m291.1 mi one way
This is your longest journey, a 291.1-mile drive requiring 6 hours. The profile is mostly highway with a drive score of 9 on flat terrain. It includes park access and is near the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, making it suitable for a dedicated weekend trip.
Wiggins, MS
5h 2m244.4 mi one way
A 244.4-mile drive to Wiggins takes approximately 5 hours. This mostly highway route scores a 9 and traverses flat terrain. You'll have park access and be near the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, offering a longer day out.
West Hattiesburg, MS
4h 19m208.2 mi one way
This 208.2-mile route to West Hattiesburg takes 4.3 hours with a drive score of 9. The drive mixes highway and surface roads on flat terrain. It offers park access and is near the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, providing a solid option for a longer excursion.
Browse by Mood
Meridian, MS
4h 10m211.1 mi one way
Newton, MS
3h 42m182.8 mi one way
Columbia, MS
4h 26m202.7 mi one way
Gulf Park Estates, MS
6h 2m291.1 mi one way
Meridian, MS
4h 10m211.1 mi one way
Wiggins, MS
5h 2m244.4 mi one way
Vicksburg, MS
1h 59m83.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Flat terrain and nearby parks make spring drives pleasant. Consider routes with park access for blooming scenery.
Summer
Longer drives are feasible with mostly highway options. Focus on destinations with park access for outdoor activities.
Fall
The flat terrain makes for easy driving. Routes near historical monuments offer a different experience as the weather cools.
Winter
Easily navigable flat terrain and mostly highway routes are suitable for winter travel. Park access is still available on select trips.
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