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Trip from Brody, MS to Snow Lake Shores, MS

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

40m

Distance

23.5 mi

38 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 37m ★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Brody, MS, MS

Brody, MS

大 董

Downtown Snow Lake Shores, MS, MS

Snow Lake Shores, MS

JOHN CALLERY

Trip Overview

This short, 23.5-mile journey from Brody to Snow Lake Shores in Mississippi is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 40 minutes to complete. Your drive will primarily follow MS 5, US 72, and MS 4, with 90% of the route being on highways, making it a focused driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of around $4, this is an economical option for a quick excursion within the Southeast region. Given its brevity, you can depart anytime and arrive with plenty of daylight to spare, without the need to consider overnight accommodations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

11.8 miles from Brody, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for 90% of this trip, meaning you'll cover ground efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.8 miles on MS 5, offering a consistent pace. As you transition through MS 5, US 72, and MS 4, the road maintains a generally fast-paced character, allowing for a smooth and uninterrupted flow of travel. This route is designed for making time, rather than for lingering stops.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 5 and US 72. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Hamilton Hopewell Road.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Hamilton Hopewell Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 72): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (MS 5): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | Hamilton Hopewell Road

Turn left onto Hamilton Hopewell Road

Navigation decision point

4
1.8 mi into trip | ~5m in | US 72

Turn left onto US 72

Navigation decision point

3
10.5 mi into trip | ~15m in | MS 5

Turn left onto MS 5

Navigation decision point

4
22.8 mi into trip | ~37m in | Beach Road

Turn left onto Beach Road

Navigation decision point

4
23.3 mi into trip | ~39m in | Lakeview Drive

Keep slight right at fork onto Lakeview Drive

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MS 5 8.8 mi 15m
US 72 8.6 mi 10m
MS 4 3.1 mi 4m
Hamilton Hopewell Road 1.2 mi 3m
Lakeview Drive 0.8 mi 3m
Highway 72 0.6 mi 2m
Lakeshore Drive 0.3 mi 1m
Beach Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: MS 5 — 8.8 mi, about 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brody, MS and Snow Lake Shores, MS.

1

Start on Highway 72

0.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 72
2

Turn left onto Hamilton Hopewell Road

1.2 mi · 3 min · Hamilton Hopewell Road
3

Turn left onto US 72

8.6 mi · 10 min · US 72
4

Turn left onto MS 5

8.8 mi · 15 min · MS 5
5

Turn right onto MS 4

3.1 mi · 4 min · MS 4
6

Turn right onto Lakeshore Drive

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Lakeshore Drive
7

Continue on Lakeshore Drive

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Lakeshore Drive
8

Continue on Lakeview Drive

425 ft · 19 sec · Lakeview Drive
9

Turn left onto Beach Road

272 ft · 12 sec · Beach Road
10

Turn right onto Lakeview Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Lakeview Drive
11

Keep slight right at fork onto Lakeview Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Lakeview Drive
12

Arrive at destination

Lakeview Drive

Trip Plan

With a total travel time of just 40 minutes, this route offers considerable flexibility. You can easily depart Brody in the morning or afternoon, and you'll arrive in Snow Lake Shores well within the same day. Plan for minimal stops, as the 23.5 miles can be covered quickly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated $4 cost suggests frequent refueling won't be a major concern. A good tip for this drive is to check local traffic conditions on MS 5 before you depart, as it's your longest stretch and can sometimes experience minor delays.

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 11.8 miles from Brody, MS, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.8 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 23.5 miles or 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 11.8 miles or 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Snow Lake Shores, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Brody, MS.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Brody, MS

This is one driving day of about 23.5 miles and 40m.

At 23.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on MS 5 for about 8.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 11.8 mi from Brody, MS · 17m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Ashland, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashland, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 11.8 miles from Brody, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Snow Lake Shores, MS

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Snow Lake Shores, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.55 one way

$7.10 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $3.90 $7.79
premium $4.56 $4.22 $8.44
diesel $5.61 $5.19 $10.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.1 0 $2.47 $1.13
Efficient EV 5.9 0 $2.06 $0.94
EV Truck/SUV 9.4 0 $3.29 $1.50

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Brody, MS

Night in Brody on Wednesday

Local time

9:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Snow Lake Shores, MS

Night in Snow Lake Shores on Wednesday

Local time

9:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

40m 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 Brody, MS to Snow Lake Shores, MS covers 23.5 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 5, US 72, MS 4. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.8 miles from Brody, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.55 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Hamilton Hopewell Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 72): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (MS 5): Navigation decision point.
The route from Brody, MS to Snow Lake Shores, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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