Origin
Hazlehurst, MS
Late night in Hazlehurst on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hazlehurst, MS to Ruby, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
23.4 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hazlehurst, MS
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Ruby, MS
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Trip Overview
This short, 23.4-mile drive from Hazlehurst to Ruby, Mississippi, is easily manageable in about 35 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. Your journey primarily utilizes I-55 and MS 27, with a brief section on US 51, offering a straightforward travel experience. With only 83% of the route on highways, you'll get a good mix of speeds. The estimated fuel cost is around $4, which is quite economical for such a brief excursion. Since there are no recommended stops, you can complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay, perfect for a quick errand or connecting to another nearby destination within the Southeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 9.7 mi | 10m |
| MS 27 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| US 51 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Harmony Road | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Caldwell Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Huckleberry Hill Lane | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| MS 28 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Hopewell Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 9.7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazlehurst, MS and Ruby, MS.
1
Start on West Gallatin Street
85 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Gallatin Street
2
Turn right onto US 51
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Caldwell Drive
3
Turn left onto MS 28
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 28
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 55
5
Merge onto I 55
9.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 55
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward MS 27 North: Crystal Springs North, Utica
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward MS 27 North: Crystal Springs North, Utica
8
Turn straight onto US 51; MS 27
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 51; MS 27
9
Enter roundabout onto MS 27
154 ft
·
2 sec
·
MS 27
10
Continue on MS 27
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
MS 27
11
Turn right onto Hopewell Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Hopewell Road
12
Turn left onto Harmony Road
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Harmony Road
13
Turn right onto Huckleberry Hill Lane
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Huckleberry Hill Lane
14
Arrive at destination
Huckleberry Hill Lane
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.1 — 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 51 / Caldwell Drive
Turn right onto US 51 / Caldwell Drive
Navigation decision point
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward MS 27 North: Crystal Springs North, Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 27 North: Crystal Springs North, Utic...
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MS 27 North: Crystal Springs North, Utica
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 27 North: Crystal Springs North, Utic...
4
14.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
MS 27
Enter roundabout onto MS 27
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
21.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Hopewell Road
Turn right onto Hopewell Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.53 one way
$7.07 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.05 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Ruby, MS
Late night in Ruby on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
35m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 83% of the 23.4 miles spent on faster roads like I-55. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.7 miles on I-55, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While primarily a highway experience, the inclusion of MS 27 and US 51 introduces some variation, potentially offering glimpses of local scenery as you transition between major routes. This blend means you'll spend most of your 35-minute travel time in efficient transit.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.7 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 27. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51 / Caldwell Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51 / Caldwell Drive): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: 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.
On the drive from Hazlehurst, MS to Ruby, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Utica along the way.
Utica
11.6 mi in
|
~13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 23.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.7 miles on I 55. 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 (US 51 / Caldwell Drive): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ruby, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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