Origin
Carthage, MS
Late night in Carthage on Thursday
Local time
12:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carthage, MS to City of Greenville, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 3m
Distance
135.9 mi
219 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 52m
★
6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 13m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carthage, MS
Anton Ivanov
City of Greenville, MS
Alex Borelli
Trip Overview
The drive from Carthage, MS to City of Greenville, MS covers 135.9 miles and takes about 3h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MS 16, US 49W, US 82 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.1 miles on MS 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
67.9 miles from Carthage, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 3m highway drive covering 135.9 miles, with most of the trip on MS 16 and US 49W. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.1 miles on MS 16.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 early in the drive near MS 16.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 3m 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: near the start (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles (US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street): Navigation decision point; at 63.3 miles (US 49W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 16
Turn right onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
3
30.8 mi into trip
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~45m in
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US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street
Turn right onto US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street
Navigation decision point
5
63.3 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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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
112.4 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
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US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
112.7 mi into trip
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~2h 32m in
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US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Carthage, MS to City of Greenville, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Vicksburg along the way.
Vicksburg
63.3 mi in
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~1h 31m
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via US 49W
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 16 | 58.1 mi | 1h 23m |
| 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
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carthage, MS and City of Greenville, MS.
1
Start on MS 35
133 ft
·
5 sec
·
MS 35
2
Turn right onto MS 16
31 mi
·
45 min
·
MS 16
3
Turn right onto US 51; MS 16
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Liberty Street
4
Turn left onto MS 16
27 mi
·
37 min
·
MS 16
5
Turn right onto US 49; MS 16
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49; MS 16
6
Take the exit onto US 49W
47 mi
·
56 min
·
US 49W
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
7
Turn left onto US 82
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 82
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 82
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 82
10
Turn right onto MS 182
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
MS 182
11
Turn left onto MS 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
12
Turn right onto East Reed Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Reed Road
13
Turn left onto Sandy Avenue
46 ft
·
2 sec
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Sandy Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Sandy Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.9 miles from Carthage, MS, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.1 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 30 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.9 miles or 1h 37m 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 30m
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 Carthage, 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 Carthage, MS
This is one driving day of about 135.9 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Carthage, 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 58.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.9 mi from Carthage, MS · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.9 miles from Carthage, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Greenville, MS
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.52 one way
$41.05 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $22.53 | $45.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $24.39 | $48.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.01 | $60.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.5 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 | 40.8 | 0 | $14.27 | $6.52 |
| Efficient EV | 34 | 0 | $11.89 | $5.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.03 | $8.70 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Late night in City of Greenville on Thursday
Local time
12:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
9 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
3h 3m 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 Carthage, MS to City of Greenville, MS covers 135.9 miles and takes about 3h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 16, US 49W, US 82. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.9 miles from Carthage, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 3m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles (US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street): Navigation decision point; at 63.3 miles (US 49W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Carthage, MS to City of Greenville, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Vicksburg along the way.
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