Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
185.3 mi
298 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
Photo: Alex Borelli
The drive from Amory, MS to City of Greenville, MS covers 185.3 miles and takes about 4h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 82, Natchez Trace Parkway, MS 8 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.1 miles on US 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.33 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
92.7 miles from Amory, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
This is a 4h 7m highway drive covering 185.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 82 and Natchez Trace Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 109.1 miles on US 82.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
404 ft
Total Descent
518 ft
Highest Point
468 ft
~61.8 mi in
Elevation Range
349 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and Natchez Trace Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 278 / 6th Avenue South.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 7m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 278 / 6th Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 278 / 6th Avenue South
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward US 45 Alternate South: West Point
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MS 8: Houston, Aberdeen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Doss Drive
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto MS 15
Navigation decision point
On the drive from Amory, MS to City of Greenville, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Aberdeen along the way.
Aberdeen
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 109.1 mi | 2h 13m |
| Natchez Trace Parkway | 15 mi | 22m |
| MS 8 | 14.4 mi | 21m |
| MS 15 | 11.5 mi | 18m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 10.8 mi | 12m |
| MS 182 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| 6th Avenue South | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| MS 41 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
Step-by-step road directions between Amory, MS and City of Greenville, MS.
Start on 2nd Avenue South
Turn left onto MS 25
Turn right onto US 278
Continue on US 278
Continue on MS 41
Continue on MS 41
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 45 ALT
Continue on US 45 ALT
Take the exit
Turn right onto MS 8
Turn left onto Doss Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
Turn right onto County Road 285
At end of road, turn left onto MS 15
Take the ramp onto MS 15
Continue on US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Turn right onto MS 182
Turn left onto MS 1
Turn right onto East Reed Road
Turn left onto Sandy Avenue
Arrive at destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.7 miles or 2h 11m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Greenville, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Amory, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Amory, MS
This is one driving day of about 185.3 miles and 4h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.7 mi from Amory, MS · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 92.7 miles from Amory, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.1 miles.
The final approach into City of Greenville, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around City of Greenville, MS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$28.33 one way
$56.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $31.07 | $62.14 |
| premium | $4.61 | $33.63 | $67.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.17 | $82.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.46 | $8.89 |
| Efficient EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.21 | $7.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.1 | 0 | $25.94 | $11.86 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Amory on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in City of Greenville on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
Along the Route
64°F
Collierville, TN
93 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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