Origin
Batesville, MS
Night in Batesville on Wednesday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Batesville, MS to Greenville, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
111.5 mi
180 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Batesville, MS
Wikimedia Commons
Greenville, MS
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 111.5-mile drive from Batesville, MS to Greenville, MS takes approximately 2 hours and 26 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The journey sticks primarily to US 278 and MS 182, with a small portion on North Broad Street in Greenville. With a highway share of 98%, you can expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $17, and since there are no designated stops in the data, you'll have the flexibility to plan your own breaks. This route is entirely within Mississippi, offering a straightforward connection between two points in the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.8 miles from Batesville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for nearly the entirety of this 111.5-mile trip, with 98% of the route utilizing main roads like US 278 and MS 182. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 99.8 miles on US 278, suggesting a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. This means you'll be on well-maintained highways for most of the 2 hours and 26 minutes, with minimal detours onto local roads. The character of the drive is predominantly that of efficient travel on established routes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 278 is the longest continuous segment at about 99.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 278 and MS 182. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 278; MS 6; MS 35.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Batesville, MS to Greenville, MS is easy. At 2h 26m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 278; MS 6; MS 35): Navigation decision point; at 34.9 miles (US 278): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 99.8 miles (Griffin Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 278; MS 6; MS 35
Turn right onto US 278; MS 6; MS 35
Navigation decision point
3
34.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 278
Take the exit onto US 278
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
99.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
|
Griffin Road
Turn right onto Griffin Road
Navigation decision point
4
110.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
111.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
|
MS 814 / South Broadway Street
Turn right onto MS 814 / South Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 278 | 99.8 mi | 2h 7m |
| MS 182 | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| North Broad Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Old Hwy 61 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Griffin Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 51 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Broadway Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 278
— 99.8 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Batesville, MS and Greenville, MS.
1
Start on US 51; MS 35
49 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 51; MS 35
2
Turn right onto US 278; MS 6; MS 35
35 mi
·
48 min
·
US 278; MS 6; MS 35
3
Take the exit onto US 278
65 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
US 278
4
Turn right onto Griffin Road
145 ft
·
7 sec
·
Griffin Road
5
Turn left onto Old Hwy 61
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Hwy 61
6
Turn straight onto North Broad Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broad Street
7
Turn right onto MS 182
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
MS 182
8
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
9
Turn right onto MS 814
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Broadway Street
10
Arrive at destination
MS 814
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 26 minute duration, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. You can leave Batesville, MS, at your leisure, as the 111.5-mile distance doesn't necessitate an early start. While there are no specific recommended stops, be mindful of the longest stretch of 99.8 miles on US 278; plan any necessary fuel or rest breaks before embarking on this lengthy segment. The estimated fuel cost of $17 is quite economical, so keeping your tank topped up should be straightforward. Enjoy the flexibility this shorter, efficient drive offers.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.8 miles from Batesville, MS, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.8 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 25 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.8 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Batesville, 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 Batesville, MS
This is one driving day of about 111.5 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Batesville, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 278 for about 99.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.8 mi from Batesville, MS · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.8 miles from Batesville, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 278 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 99.8 miles.
Arriving in Greenville, MS
The final approach into 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 Greenville, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.84 one way
$33.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $18.49 | $36.97 |
| premium | $4.56 | $20.01 | $40.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.62 | $49.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.71 | $5.35 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.61 | $7.14 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Greenville, MS
Night in Greenville on Wednesday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Shelby, MS
56 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
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 26m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Batesville, MS to Greenville, MS covers 111.5 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 278, MS 182, North Broad Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.8 miles from Batesville, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.84 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Batesville, MS to Greenville, MS is easy. At 2h 26m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 278; MS 6; MS 35): Navigation decision point; at 34.9 miles (US 278): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 99.8 miles (Griffin Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Batesville, MS to Greenville, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Greenville, MS
More trips to Greenville, MS
Explore more options from Batesville, MS or browse trips ending in Greenville, MS.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MS road trips.
Explore maps for Batesville, MS or Greenville, MS on MapSof.net.