Origin
City of Greenville, MS
Late night in City of Greenville on Friday
Local time
3:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Greenville, MS to Vicksburg, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
83.6 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
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
Vicksburg, MS
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
City of Greenville, MS to Vicksburg, MS is 83.6 miles and takes about 1h 59m via US 61 and Mississippi Highway 1, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a predominantly highway drive for most of the way. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.8 miles from City of Greenville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 35 mi | 47m |
| Mississippi Highway 1 | 30.1 mi | 41m |
| North Washington Street | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 5 mi | 7m |
| MS 14 | 4 mi | 5m |
| MS 826 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Washington Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Reed Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 35 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Greenville, MS and Vicksburg, 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 right onto MS 1
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
4
Continue on MS 1
30 mi
·
41 min
·
Mississippi Highway 1
5
At end of road, turn left onto MS 14
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
MS 14
6
Turn right onto MS 826
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
MS 826
7
Merge onto US 61
35 mi
·
47 min
·
US 61
8
Turn right onto North Washington Street
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
North Washington Street
9
Continue on North Fisher Street
524 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Fisher Street
10
Continue on Washington Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
11
Turn left onto Jackson Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Jackson Street
12
Arrive at destination
Jackson Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two hours, this route offers a lot of flexibility. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for any unexpected delays or to simply enjoy a more relaxed pace. The total fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure your tank is full before you leave City of Greenville, MS, as there are no designated stops on this route. This short distance means you won't need to break up the drive, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 35-mile stretch on US 61, as services might be more spread out there.
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 41.8 miles from City of Greenville, MS, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35 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 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.8 miles or 59m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vicksburg, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving City of Greenville, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from City of Greenville, MS
This is one driving day of about 83.6 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from City of Greenville, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 61 for about 35 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.8 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 42.3 — 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
|
East Reed Road
Turn right onto East Reed Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MS 1 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn right onto MS 1 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
35.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
MS 14
At end of road, turn left onto MS 14
Navigation decision point
4
40 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
MS 826
Turn right onto MS 826
Navigation decision point
3
42.3 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
US 61
Merge onto US 61
Merge point - match speed before joining
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.25 one way
$24.49 round trip
$3.72/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.13 | $13.60 | $27.19 |
| premium | $4.49 | $14.76 | $29.53 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $18.43 | $36.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.70 | $5.35 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Vicksburg, MS
Late night in Vicksburg on Friday
Local time
3:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
23 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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 85% highway, offering a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch on US 61, covering 35 miles. The transition from highway to surface roads will occur as you approach your destination, with North Washington Street marking the final segment. Expect a relatively straightforward drive with minimal complex intersections once you're on the main roads.
85% 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: 35 mi on US 61.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and Mississippi Highway 1. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Reed Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from City of Greenville, MS to Vicksburg, MS is easy. At 1h 59m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Reed Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (MS 1 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 35.9 miles (MS 14): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
242 ft
102 ft
Total Climb
142 ft
Total Descent
27 ft
Highest Point
242 ft
~83.6 mi in
Elevation Range
139 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Vicksburg, MS
Full guide →Founded 1825
Vicksburg is a city of 22,000 people (2018) in Warren County, Mississippi. Vicksburg is a cultural landmark in the American South, and is home to the Southern Cultural Heritage Center, Vicksburg Military Park, and the Lower Mississippi River Museum.
Top landmarks
- • Old Vicksburg Bridge — rail bridge over the Mississippi River
- • The Old Courthouse Museum — museum and former courthouse in Vicksburg, Mississippi
- • Waterways Experiment Station — research facility in Vicksburg, Mississippi, U.S
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 59m. Total distance: 83.6 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 (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35 miles on US 61. 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 (East Reed Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (MS 1 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 35.9 miles (MS 14): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Vicksburg, 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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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