Origin
Wiggins, MS
Night in Wiggins on Saturday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wiggins, MS to City of Greenville, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
130 mi
209 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wiggins, MS
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City of Greenville, MS
Alex Borelli
Trip Overview
Connecting Wiggins to Greenville, this 130-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Because the route is relatively short, it is perfectly manageable as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $20 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate across Mississippi. While both cities sit within the Southeast region, you will transition from the southern part of the state toward the Mississippi Delta. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a straightforward path that avoids unnecessary complexity.
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
65 miles from Wiggins, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 16 | 52 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 49W | 46.7 mi | 56m |
| US 82 | 15.8 mi | 19m |
| MS 182 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| US 49 | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| North Liberty Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Reed Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 16
— 52 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wiggins, MS and City of Greenville, MS.
1
Start on Willis Road
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Willis Road
2
Turn left
430 ft
·
18 sec
3
Turn left onto MS 16
25 mi
·
36 min
·
MS 16
4
Turn right onto US 51; MS 16
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Liberty Street
5
Turn left onto MS 16
27 mi
·
37 min
·
MS 16
6
Turn right onto US 49; MS 16
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49; MS 16
7
Take the exit onto US 49W
47 mi
·
56 min
·
US 49W
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
8
Turn left onto US 82
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 82
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 82
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 82
11
Turn right onto MS 182
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
MS 182
12
Turn left onto MS 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
13
Turn right onto East Reed Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Reed Road
14
Turn left onto Sandy Avenue
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
Sandy Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Sandy Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the duration is just long enough to warrant a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when you start, though your $20 budget should comfortably cover the 130-mile distance. Because this is a highway-heavy route, ensure your vehicle's tire pressure and fluid levels are checked before you leave to handle the sustained speeds. Given the single stop recommendation, choose a midpoint that allows you to easily jump back onto the highway system for the remainder of your trip.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65 miles from Wiggins, MS, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52 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 29 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 33m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Greenville, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wiggins, 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 Wiggins, MS
This is one driving day of about 130 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Wiggins, 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 MS 16 for about 52 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65 miles from Wiggins, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 106.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
3
25 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street
Turn right onto US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street
Navigation decision point
5
57.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m 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...
4
106.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
106.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
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US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.63 one way
$39.27 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.33 | $46.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.70 | $57.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39 | 0 | $13.65 | $6.24 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.38 | $5.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52 | 0 | $18.20 | $8.32 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
City of Greenville, MS
Night in City of Greenville on Saturday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 55m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 22.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a sequence of roads including MS 16, US 49W, and US 82, which keep your pace consistent throughout the journey. A key feature of the trip is the longest stretch of 52 miles on MS 16, which provides a steady, uninterrupted flow behind the wheel. Expect the road's personality to shift as you move between these primary arteries, transitioning through different highway environments. It is a practical drive designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering, letting you focus on the road ahead.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52 mi on MS 16.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 16 and US 49W. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 25 miles (US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (US 49W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Wiggins, MS to City of Greenville, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Vicksburg along the way.
Vicksburg
57.4 mi in
|
~1h 24m
|
via US 49W
About the Cities
Starting in Wiggins, MS
Full guide →Stone County is a county in the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Wiggins is the largest and only incorporated city in the county. Aside from its close ties with the timber industry, its early 20th century past is littered with the accounts of lynchings and mob rule, though now people are generally caught up in the Pine Hill Festival in late April each year.
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 2h 55m. Total distance: 130 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52 miles on MS 16. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 25 miles (US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (US 49W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Greenville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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