Origin
Forest, MS
Late night in Forest on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forest, MS to Greenville, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 22m
Distance
166.4 mi
268 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
★
6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 47m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 32m
5 PM
3h 46m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forest, MS
Wikimedia Commons
Greenville, MS
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Forest, MS to Greenville, MS is 166.4 miles and takes about 3h 22m via US 49W and I-20, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, single-day trip primarily on highways, making it an efficient way to get between these two points. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, so you can expect a consistent pace for the majority of the journey. Plan for a quick, uncomplicated travel day.
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
83.2 miles from Forest, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49W | 46.7 mi | 56m |
| I 20 | 46.2 mi | 50m |
| Medgar Evers Boulevard | 39.5 mi | 48m |
| US 82 | 15.8 mi | 19m |
| MS 182 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| US 49 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Highway 35 South | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 49W
— 46.7 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest, MS and Greenville, MS.
1
Start on North Banks Street
187 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Banks Street
2
Turn right onto US 80
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto MS 35
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 35 South
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
5
Merge onto I 20
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 20
6
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 20; I 55; US 49
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 20; US 49
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
8
Take the exit onto US 49
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
9
Take the exit onto US 49
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 49
Toward US 49 North: Yazoo City
10
Merge onto US 49
39 mi
·
48 min
·
Medgar Evers Boulevard
11
Take the exit onto US 49W
47 mi
·
56 min
·
US 49W
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
12
Turn left onto US 82
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 82
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 82
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 82
15
Turn right onto MS 182
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
MS 182
16
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
17
Turn right onto MS 814
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Broadway Street
18
Arrive at destination
MS 814
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 22m duration, starting your trip in Forest, MS in the morning allows ample time to reach Greenville, MS before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $25, this route is budget-friendly and doesn't require extensive planning. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 46.7-mile stretch on US 49W, as services might be spaced out. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can depart when ready, but a morning start is ideal for a relaxed arrival.
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 83.2 miles from Forest, MS, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.7 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 37 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.2 miles or 1h 37m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Forest, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Forest, MS
This is one driving day of about 166.4 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Forest, 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 US 49W for about 46.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.2 miles from Forest, 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 0 and 93.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 80 / West 3rd Street
Turn right onto US 80 / West 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MS 35 / Highway 35 South
Turn left onto MS 35 / Highway 35 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
46 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 20; US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49 toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo...
5
48.8 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
US 49
Take the exit onto US 49 toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson,...
5
93.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
US 49W
Take the exit onto US 49W toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vic...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.13 one way
$50.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $27.59 | $55.17 |
| premium | $4.56 | $29.87 | $59.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.74 | $73.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.9 | 0 | $17.47 | $7.99 |
| Efficient EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.56 | $6.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.6 | 0 | $23.30 | $10.65 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% 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
Greenville, MS
Late night in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
24 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
3h 22m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 75% of the route utilizing interstate and major US highways. You'll cover a significant distance on US 49W, including a longest stretch of 46.7 miles without needing to make a major turn. While much of the drive involves higher speeds on roads like I-20 and US 49W, you will also navigate through sections on Medgar Evers Boulevard. Expect a predominantly straightforward driving experience with limited complex intersections, allowing for a steady momentum.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.7 mi on US 49W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49W and I 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 80 / West 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
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 166.4 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: near the start (US 80 / West 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MS 35 / Highway 35 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 46 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Forest, MS and Greenville, MS, road signs point toward Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
Yazoo City
46 mi in
|
~51m
|
via I 20; US 49
Vicksburg
93.8 mi in
|
~1h 50m
|
via US 49W
About the Cities
Arriving in Greenville, MS
Full guide →Greenville is a city in Washington County, Mississippi, United States. The population was 30,000 in 2020, making it the ninth largest city in the state. It is the county seat of Washington County.
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 22m. Total distance: 166.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.7 miles on US 49W. 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 Greenville, 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: near the start (US 80 / West 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MS 35 / Highway 35 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 46 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Greenville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Greenville, MS
More from Forest, MS
More trips to Greenville, MS
Explore more options from Forest, MS or browse trips ending in Greenville, MS.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MS road trips.