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Trip from Greenville, MS to Auburn, MS

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 5m

Distance

192.9 mi

310 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 52m ★
6 AM
4h 5m
8 AM
4h 31m
10 AM
4h 14m
12 PM
4h 12m
3 PM
4h 15m
5 PM
4h 30m
8 PM
3h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Greenville, MS, MS

Greenville, MS

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Downtown Auburn, MS, MS

Auburn, MS

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Greenville to Auburn, Mississippi, covers 192.9 miles across the Southeast. You should anticipate roughly 4 hours and 5 minutes of driving time, making this a very manageable single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $29, the route is economically efficient for a weekend excursion or a straightforward transit. You will primarily navigate via US 278, US 61, and I-22 to complete the journey. Since both locations are within the same state, the transition feels consistent, allowing you to focus on the road rather than adjusting to new regional climates. Overall, it is a practical trek that fits easily into a busy schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

96.4 miles from Greenville, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 278 92.3 mi 1h 57m
US 61 64.4 mi 1h 18m
I 22 12.7 mi 13m
MS 9 9.8 mi 11m
MS 182 8.7 mi 12m
South Broad Street 1.4 mi 2m
Auburn Road 0.9 mi 2m
Main Street 0.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 278 — 92.3 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, MS and Auburn, MS.

1

Start on MS 814

10 ft · 7 sec · South Broadway Street
2

Turn left onto Main Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Main Street
3

Turn left onto MS 182

8.7 mi · 12 min · MS 182
4

Turn left onto South Broad Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Broad Street
5

Turn straight onto Old Hwy 61

0.8 mi · 1 min · Old Hwy 61
6

At end of road, turn right onto Griffin Road

145 ft · 2 sec · Griffin Road
7

Turn left onto US 61; US 278

64 mi · 1 hr 18 min · US 61; US 278
8

Take the exit onto US 278

0.4 mi · 50 sec · US 278
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 278

92 mi · 1 hr 56 min · US 278
Use the straight lane.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
11

Keep slight left at fork

236 ft · 12 sec
Toward MS 9 North: Sherman
12

Turn left onto MS 9

9.8 mi · 11 min · MS 9
Use the straight lane.
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo Use the right lane.
14

Merge onto I 22; US 78

13 mi · 13 min · I 22; US 78
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward Auburn Road
16

Keep slight left at fork

268 ft · 7 sec
17

Turn left onto CR 931

0.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
18

Turn right onto County Road 1438

119 ft · 5 sec · County Road 1438
19

Arrive at destination

County Road 1438

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 5-minute trek, consider planning for at least one dedicated stop to break up the monotony of the highway. Since the route is efficient, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps ensure you arrive in Auburn well before nightfall. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer stretches, as the $29 budget is a baseline estimate that can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency. With only one recommended stop, use that time to stretch your legs effectively before tackling the remainder of the 192.9-mile distance. Staying mindful of the 92.3-mile segment on US 278 will help you time your breaks for maximum comfort.

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 96.4 miles from Greenville, MS, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.3 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 42 miles or 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 96.4 miles or 2h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving 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 Greenville, MS

This is one driving day of about 192.9 miles and 4h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from 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 US 278 for about 92.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and the county seat of Coahoma County, Mississippi, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clarksdale, MS

96 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

Shelby, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Batesville, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 96.4 miles from Greenville, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 278 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Sweet Honey B's

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Sherman, Mississippi

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 179.1

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+16623165585

Visit website

Taco Bell

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 110.2

Batesville, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+16625638941

Visit website

Lillos Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 13.8

Leland, Mississippi

Hours: 4:30–8:30 pm

+16626864401

Sweet Honey B's

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 179.1

Sherman, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+16623165585

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee Oxford

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 137.8

Oxford, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16627070540

Visit website

Tupelo River Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 192.9

Tupelo, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16623468800

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 137.8

Oxford, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 165.3

Pontotoc, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 192.9

Tupelo, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 192.9

Tupelo, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Birthplace Of Kermit The Frog Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 13.8

Leland, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16626867383

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 76.6 and 178.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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76.6 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | US 278

Keep slight right at fork onto US 278

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
168.5 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in

Take the exit toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
5
168.9 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in

Keep slight left at fork toward MS 9 North: Sherman

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward MS 9 North: Sherman
6
168.9 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in | MS 9

Turn left onto MS 9

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
178.7 mi into trip | ~3h 47m in

Take the exit toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.13 one way

$58.26 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 68 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $31.98 $63.96
premium $4.56 $34.62 $69.25
diesel $5.61 $42.59 $85.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 57.9 0 $20.25 $9.26
Efficient EV 48.2 0 $16.88 $7.72
EV Truck/SUV 77.2 0 $27.01 $12.35

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Greenville, MS

Night in Greenville on Saturday

Local time

11:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Auburn, MS

Night in Auburn on Saturday

Local time

11:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°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

1 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

4h 5m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 98% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. Expect a consistent pace behind the wheel, punctuated by a significant 92.3-mile stretch on US 278 that serves as the backbone of your journey. The road personality shifts from regional highway connections to the more structured environment of I-22, providing a steady flow for the majority of your time in the driver's seat. Because the route relies so heavily on high-speed roads, it offers a predictable experience that is ideal for those who prefer efficient transit over winding, technical backroads. You will find that the rhythm of the drive remains stable from start to finish.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.3 mi on US 278.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 278 and US 61. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 76.6 miles in near US 278.

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 192.9 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 76.6 miles (US 278): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 168.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Greenville, MS to Auburn, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Sherman along the way.

Sherman

168.5 mi in | ~3h 35m

About the Cities

Starting 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 4h 5m. Total distance: 192.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 92.3 miles on US 278. 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 Auburn, 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 76.6 miles (US 278): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 168.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Auburn, 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.

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