Origin
Brandon, MS
Late night in Brandon on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brandon, MS to Petal, 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
1h 59m
Distance
88.1 mi
142 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 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
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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Petal, MS
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Trip Overview
Brandon, MS to Petal, MS is 88.1 miles and takes about 1h 59m via US 49 and Highway 13 North, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. The route is primarily highway, meaning you'll cover ground relatively quickly. With a drive time under two hours and a low fuel cost, this is a straightforward, same-day excursion. It's a practical option if you're looking for an easy drive without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Brandon, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 55.3 mi | 1h 7m |
| Highway 18 | 16 mi | 23m |
| Highway 13 North | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Old Highway 42 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Louis Wilson Drive | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| US 11 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Central Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Government Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 55.3 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon, MS and Petal, MS.
1
Start on US 80
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Government Street
2
Turn right onto Louis Wilson Drive
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Louis Wilson Drive
Use the right lane.
3
At end of road, turn left onto MS 18
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Highway 18
4
Turn right onto MS 13
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
Highway 13 North
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
6
Merge onto US 49
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49; MS 42
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 49; MS 42
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto Old Highway 42
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Highway 42
Use the left lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 11
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 11
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 11
370 ft
·
9 sec
·
Highway 11
12
Turn right onto West Central Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Central Avenue
13
Turn right onto Morris Street
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Morris Street
14
Arrive at destination
Morris Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Leaving Brandon, MS in the morning or early afternoon allows ample time to reach Petal, MS before evening. There are no recommended overnight stops, and with minimal driving, you can be flexible with your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated cost of $13 suggests a full tank should be more than sufficient for this 88.1-mile trip. The longest stretch without a major road change is 55.3 miles on US 49, so plan accordingly if you wish to take a break before then.
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 44.1 miles from Brandon, MS, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.3 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 1h 2m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Petal, 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 88.1 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Brandon, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 49 for about 55.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.1 miles from Brandon, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 83.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Louis Wilson Drive
Turn right onto Louis Wilson Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
MS 18 / Highway 18
At end of road, turn left onto MS 18 / Highway 18
Navigation decision point
4
28 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
28.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 49
Merge onto US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
83.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
Old Highway 42
Turn left onto Old Highway 42
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.31 one way
$26.61 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.61 | $29.21 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.81 | $31.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.45 | $38.90 |
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: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.33 | $5.64 |
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
Petal, MS
Late night in Petal on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 59m 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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 96% of the 88.1 miles on high-speed roads like US 49. You'll encounter a long stretch of 55.3 miles on US 49, offering a consistent cruising experience. Highway 13 North marks the transition to more rural, surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect a steady pace for most of the trip, with minimal time spent on slower, town-traversing routes.
96% 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: 55.3 mi on US 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Highway 18. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Louis Wilson Drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Louis Wilson Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (MS 18 / Highway 18): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
493 ft
159 ft
Total Climb
290 ft
Total Descent
601 ft
Highest Point
493 ft
~37.8 mi in
Elevation Range
334 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 88.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.3 miles on US 49. 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: at 0.3 miles (Louis Wilson Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (MS 18 / Highway 18): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles: Navigation decision point.
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 Petal, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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