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
7
Shortest
4.2h
With Parks Nearby
7
Weekend trip
7 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.
Lucedale, MS
5h 27m266.1 mi one way
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.
Browse by Mood
Meridian, MS
4h 10m211.1 mi one way
Lucedale, MS
5h 27m266.1 mi one way
Columbia, MS
4h 26m202.7 mi one way
Gulf Park Estates, MS
6h 2m291.1 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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