Origin
Brandon, MS
Late night in Brandon on Saturday
Local time
1:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brandon, MS to McComb, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 5, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
89.4 mi
144 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brandon, MS
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McComb, MS
Gustavo Denuncio
Trip Overview
Brandon, MS to McComb, MS is 89.4 miles and takes about 1h 39m via I-55, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, predominantly highway trip, making it a convenient option for a quick relocation or a short leg of a longer adventure. Given its relatively short duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.7 miles from Brandon, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 73.4 mi | 1h 18m |
| I-20 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| I 20 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Government Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Smithdale Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Jackson Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 73.4 mi, about 1h 18m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 44 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~2,855 veh/hr typical · worst 4,351
Quietest
2 AM
~241 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 103 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 Brandon, MS and McComb, MS.
1
Start on US 80
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Government Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
3
Merge onto I 20
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I-20
4
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 20; I 55; US 49
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
73 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
7
Turn left onto MS 570
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Smithdale Road
8
Turn right onto US 51
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Northwest Street
9
Turn slight left onto US 51
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Mississippi Street
10
Continue on US 51
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Jackson Avenue
11
Turn slight left onto US 51
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Georgia Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 51
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Broadway Street
13
Turn left onto Main Street
148 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this trip is under two hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits you best. Consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential midday traffic. Plan for just one or two quick stops for fuel or a restroom break, as the drive is quite short. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach McComb, MS; while the estimated fuel cost is around $13, it's always wise to confirm before the final stretch.
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 44.7 miles from Brandon, MS, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.4 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 49m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McComb, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Brandon, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brandon, MS
This is one driving day of about 89.4 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Brandon, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 73.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.7 miles from Brandon, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 89.4 — 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 80 / East Government Street
Depart onto US 80 / East Government Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 20 / I-20
Merge onto I 20 / I-20
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
13.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
4
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
US 51 / North Broadway Street
Turn right onto US 51 / North Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
4
89.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.10 one way
$26.19 round trip
$3.72/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.13 | $14.54 | $29.08 |
| premium | $4.49 | $15.79 | $31.58 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $19.71 | $39.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.39 | $4.29 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.82 | $3.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.52 | $5.72 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
McComb, MS
Late night in McComb on Saturday
Local time
1:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
2 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
1h 39m 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.
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 12.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 95% of this 89.4-mile drive on the highway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 73.4 miles on I-55. Expect mostly highway cruising with frequent exits and entrances for much of the drive, transitioning to more rural conditions as you approach your destination.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.4 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I-20. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 80 / East Government Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 89.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 80 / East Government Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 20 / I-20): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
486 ft
274 ft
Total Climb
296 ft
Total Descent
342 ft
Highest Point
486 ft
~63.9 mi in
Elevation Range
212 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Brandon, MS to McComb, MS, road signs begin pointing toward New Orleans along the way.
New Orleans
13.3 mi in
|
~16m
|
via I 55
About the Cities
Starting in Brandon, MS
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Rankin County Confederate Monument — war memorial in Brandon, Mississippi, United States
- • Brandon Cemetery — cemetery in Brandon, Mississippi
- • Downtown Brandon Historic District — historic district in Brandon, Mississippi
Arriving in McComb, MS
Full guide →Founded 1872
McComb is a small city in the southwest corner of Mississippi off I-55, 81 miles south of Jackson and 108 miles north of New Orleans. It is about 15 miles from the Louisiana State Line. It was chartered in 1872, and is considered the hub of Pike County. It was the home of the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad yards and the largest city in the county. The main line of the Illinois Central (now the Canadian National Railway) passes through the city in a direct route from New Orleans to Chicago. McComb has a history of a stable economic base with the railroad shops having had a 70-year association with the area.
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 1h 39m. Total distance: 89.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.4 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 80 / East Government Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 20 / I-20): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home 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 McComb, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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