Origin
City of Greenville, MS
Night in City of Greenville on Wednesday
Local time
10:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Greenville, MS to Hazlehurst, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
151.7 mi
244 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
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6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 12m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Greenville, MS
Alex Borelli
Hazlehurst, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
City of Greenville, MS to Hazlehurst, MS is 151.7 miles and takes about 3h 5m via North Martin Luther King Drive and I 55, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region down to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a good option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. You can expect a smooth ride with minimal complications, perfect for a quick transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.9 miles from City of Greenville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Martin Luther King Drive | 46.2 mi | 55m |
| Jerry Clower Boulevard | 38.8 mi | 47m |
| I 55 | 30.1 mi | 32m |
| US 82 | 15.8 mi | 19m |
| MS 182 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| US 49 | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| Caldwell Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Martin Luther King Drive
— 46.2 mi, about 55m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,400 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~174 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 92 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 City of Greenville, MS and Hazlehurst, MS.
1
Start on Sandy Avenue
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
Sandy Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Reed Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Reed Road
3
Turn left onto MS 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
4
Continue on MS 182
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
MS 182
5
Turn left onto US 82; US 278
16 mi
·
19 min
·
US 82; US 278
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto US 49W
46 mi
·
55 min
·
North Martin Luther King Drive
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
US 49W
Toward US 49 South: Jackson
8
Merge onto US 49
39 mi
·
47 min
·
Jerry Clower Boulevard
9
Take the exit onto US 49
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 49
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 49
11
Take the exit
302 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 43A-B
Toward I 55 South
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 55 South
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 South
14
Merge onto I 55; US 51
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 55; US 51
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward MS 28: Hazlehurst, Fayette
16
Keep slight left at fork
396 ft
·
10 sec
17
Turn straight onto MS 28
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 28
18
Turn right onto US 51
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Caldwell Drive
19
Turn left onto West Gallatin Street
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Gallatin Street
20
Arrive at destination
West Gallatin Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of flexibility for any unexpected delays. The route has only one recommended stop, so plan your breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $22, and it's always wise to fill up before hitting longer stretches. Pay attention to the transition from North Martin Luther King Drive to I 55, as this is where the driving environment changes most significantly.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.9 miles from City of Greenville, MS, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.2 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 33 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.9 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hazlehurst, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Greenville, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from City of Greenville, MS
This is one driving day of about 151.7 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from City of Greenville, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on North Martin Luther King Drive for about 46.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.9 miles from City of Greenville, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 72 and 149.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
72 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
US 49W
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W toward US 49 South: Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 49 South: Jackson
5
118.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 43A-B
Toward I 55 South
6
118.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South
5
119 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South
5
149.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
Take the exit toward MS 28: Hazlehurst, Fayette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 28: Hazlehurst, Fayette
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.22 one way
$44.45 round trip
$3.72/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.13 | $24.67 | $49.34 |
| premium | $4.49 | $26.79 | $53.58 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $33.44 | $66.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.5 | 0 | $15.93 | $7.28 |
| Efficient EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.27 | $6.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.24 | $9.71 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Hazlehurst, MS
Night in Hazlehurst on Wednesday
Local time
10:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
94°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
3h 5m 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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 115.1
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 41% highway, meaning you'll have a good stretch of cruising on I 55. The longest continuous section on a surface road is 46.2 miles on North Martin Luther King Drive. Expect a mix of driving experiences, transitioning from surface streets to higher-speed highway travel. You'll notice the change in pace as you merge onto the interstate.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.2 mi on North Martin Luther King Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72 miles in near US 49W.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 151.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 72 miles (US 49W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 118.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 118.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
478 ft
106 ft
Total Climb
394 ft
Total Descent
43 ft
Highest Point
478 ft
~151.7 mi in
Elevation Range
371 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Hazlehurst, MS
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Hazlehurst station — train station in Mississippi, United States
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 3h 5m. Total distance: 151.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.2 miles on North Martin Luther King Drive. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hazlehurst, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 72 miles (US 49W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 118.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 118.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Hazlehurst, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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