Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
11.5 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lyon, MS
Mihai Vlasceanu
Pullen, MS
大 董
Lyon, MS to Pullen, MS is 11.5 miles and takes about 21 minutes via MS 161, US 61, and Bramlett-Davenport Road, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short jaunt stays within the Southeast region, specifically Mississippi, making it a straightforward local trip. Given its brief length, it’s ideal for a quick hop without needing extensive planning or an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on established state and US highways, offering a predictable and efficient journey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 161 | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| US 61 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Bramlett-Davenport Road | 1.6 mi | 6m |
| Fontaine Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Bobo - New Africa Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lyon, MS and Pullen, MS.
Start on Main Street
Turn left onto Fontaine Street
At end of road, turn right onto MS 161
Turn right onto US 61; US 278
Turn right onto Bobo - New Africa Road
Turn right onto Bramlett-Davenport Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Fontaine Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto MS 161
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 61; US 278
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Bobo - New Africa Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Bramlett-Davenport Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.60 one way
$3.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.95 | $1.79 | $3.57 |
| premium | $4.29 | $1.94 | $3.88 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.01 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Lyon on Monday
Local time
9:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Areas Of Fog
Destination
Night in Pullen on Monday
Local time
9:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Areas Of Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the route utilizing major roads like MS 161 and US 61. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 5.2 miles on MS 161, providing a consistent pace before transitioning onto other highways. The profile suggests a straightforward driving experience, likely with clear signage and maintained road surfaces suitable for steady travel. Expect a direct connection between your starting and ending points, minimizing complex turns or rural backroads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 161 and US 61. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Fontaine Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Fontaine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MS 161): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (US 61; US 278): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
5 ft
Total Descent
16 ft
Highest Point
174 ft
Elevation Range
13 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 11.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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