Origin
Lyon, MS
Morning in Lyon on Sunday
Local time
11:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lyon, MS to Pullen, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 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
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
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
Trip Overview
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.
Main Roads
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
MS 161
— 5.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lyon, MS and Pullen, MS.
1
Start on Main Street
13 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Fontaine Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Fontaine Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto MS 161
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
MS 161
4
Turn right onto US 61; US 278
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 61; US 278
5
Turn right onto Bobo - New Africa Road
450 ft
·
20 sec
·
Bobo - New Africa Road
6
Turn right onto Bramlett-Davenport Road
1.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Bramlett-Davenport Road
7
Arrive at destination
Bramlett-Davenport Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 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.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Fontaine Street
Turn left onto Fontaine Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MS 161
At end of road, turn right onto MS 161
Navigation decision point
4
5.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 61; US 278
Turn right onto US 61; US 278
Navigation decision point
3
9.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Bobo - New Africa Road
Turn right onto Bobo - New Africa Road
Navigation decision point
3
9.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Bramlett-Davenport Road
Turn right onto Bramlett-Davenport Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.74 one way
$3.47 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.91 | $3.81 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.06 | $4.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.54 | $5.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Pullen, MS
Morning in Pullen on Sunday
Local time
11:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
3 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
21m 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 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.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.2 mi on MS 161.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
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.
Who Is This Route For?
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.2 miles on MS 161. 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 (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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pullen, 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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