Origin
Batesville, MS
Late night in Batesville on Tuesday
Local time
3:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Batesville, MS to Como, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
16.9 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Batesville, MS
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Como, MS
Ron Lach
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, efficient hop between Batesville and Como, this 16.9-mile connection is as straightforward as it gets. Expect to spend only about 20 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily utilize I-55, US-278, and East Oak Avenue to navigate through this stretch of the Southeast. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly affordable transit that requires no overnight stops. Whether you are commuting or just passing through, the simplicity of this short drive offers a stress-free travel experience across Mississippi.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 13.9 mi | 14m |
| US 278 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Oak Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| MS 310 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 51 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 13.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Batesville, MS and Como, MS.
1
Start on US 51; MS 35
49 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 51; MS 35
2
Turn left onto US 278; MS 6
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 278; MS 6
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
4
Merge onto I 55
14 mi
·
14 min
·
I 55
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward MS 310: Como
6
Turn left onto MS 310
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
MS 310
7
Continue on East Oak Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oak Avenue
8
Arrive at destination
East Oak Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 278; MS 6
Turn left onto US 278; MS 6
Navigation decision point
3
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
15.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward MS 310: Como
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 310: Como
5
15.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
MS 310
Turn left onto MS 310
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.55 one way
$5.10 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.03 | $6.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Como, MS
Late night in Como on Tuesday
Local time
3:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
20m 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 trip is defined by its efficiency, as 92% of your travel takes place on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-55, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.9 miles. Because it is a highway-focused drive, you should anticipate a consistent pace rather than technical winding roads. The transition from the local streets of Batesville onto the interstate provides a swift change of scenery as you head north. Expect a predictable, steady experience that prioritizes speed and directness over complex navigation.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 278. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 278; MS 6.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 278; MS 6): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining.
About the Cities
Starting in Batesville, MS
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 16.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on I 55. 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: near the start (US 278; MS 6): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Como, 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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