If you are planning to travel from Brandon to Philadelphia, Mississippi, you can expect a straightforward 72.2-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination and return without the need for an overnight stay. With fuel costs estimated at around $11, it remains an affordable option for those moving through the Southeast. You will spend the vast majority of your time on state highways, making this a focused drive rather than a multi-day excursion. Whether you are heading out for business or a local visit, the brevity of this trip offers excellent flexibility for your personal schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.1 miles from Brandon, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MS 471
31.5 mi
36m
MS 16
29.9 mi
44m
Highway 471
6.2 mi
10m
Hwy 471
1.5 mi
2m
MS 15
0.8 mi
1m
Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
West Beacon Street
0.6 mi
<1m
East Government Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
MS 471
— 31.5 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon, MS and Philadelphia, MS.
1
Start on US 80
0.5 mi·46 sec·East Government Street
2
Turn right onto MS 471
1.5 mi·2 min·Hwy 471
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on MS 471
6.2 mi·10 min·Highway 471
4
Take the ramp onto MS 471
32 mi·36 min·MS 471
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
6
Keep slight left at fork
308 ft·8 sec
7
Turn right onto MS 16
30 mi·44 min·MS 16
8
Turn left onto MS 15; MS 16; MS 21
0.8 mi·1 min·MS 15; MS 16; MS 21
9
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 16; MS 21
0.6 mi·58 sec·West Beacon Street
10
Continue on MS 16; MS 19; MS 21
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
11
Turn left onto Front Street
229 ft·10 sec·Front Street
12
Arrive at destination
Front Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best suits your plans without worrying about strict pacing. Keep in mind that with no formal stops mandated by the 1-hour and 39-minute duration, you have total control over when to pull off for a break or a quick refuel. Be mindful that the bulk of your time will be spent on MS 471, so ensure your vehicle is prepared for a long, uninterrupted stretch of over 30 miles. Checking your fuel levels before leaving Brandon is a wise move, as the $11 estimated cost can vary depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Use the flexibility of this short drive to prioritize your arrival time in Philadelphia over rigid scheduling.
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 36.1 miles from Brandon, MS, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.5 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.1 miles or 46m 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 Philadelphia, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 72.2 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Brandon, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on MS 471 for about 31.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 70.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip|~0m in|MS 471 / Hwy 471
Turn right onto MS 471 / Hwy 471
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
39.7 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
40.1 mi into trip|~51m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
40.1 mi into trip|~51m in|MS 16
Turn right onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
4
70.9 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|MS 16; MS 21 / West Beacon Street
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 16; MS 21 / West Beacon Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.90 one way
$21.81 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$11.97
$23.94
premium
$4.56
$12.96
$25.92
diesel
$5.61
$15.94
$31.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.7
0
$7.58
$3.47
Efficient EV
18.1
0
$6.32
$2.89
EV Truck/SUV
28.9
0
$10.11
$4.62
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Brandon, MS
Late night
in Brandon on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Philadelphia, MS
Late night
in Philadelphia on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
4 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 97% of your travel takes place on major routes like MS 471 and MS 16. The drive provides a consistent rhythm, highlighted by a notable 31.5-mile stretch on MS 471 that allows you to settle into a steady pace. Because the route relies heavily on state-maintained highways, you will encounter a predictable road surface that keeps you moving efficiently toward your destination. Transitioning between these main roads defines the personality of the trip, offering a practical, no-nonsense path through the Mississippi landscape. You will find that the road remains reliable and functional, prioritizing directness over winding, technical turns.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.5 mi on MS 471.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 471 and MS 16. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near MS 471 / Hwy 471.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (MS 471 / Hwy 471): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 72.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 31.5 miles on MS 471. 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 0.5 miles (MS 471 / Hwy 471): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Philadelphia, MS before heading back.
