Origin
Clarksdale, MS
Morning in Clarksdale on Wednesday
Local time
6:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksdale, MS to Pullen, MS
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
17m
Distance
9 mi
14 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksdale, MS
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Pullen, MS
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Trip Overview
This short 9-mile drive from Clarksdale to Pullen, Mississippi, is a quick trip that can be completed in about 17 minutes, making it perfect as a day trip. You'll primarily be on US 61 and South State Street, with a portion on Bramlett-Davenport Road. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, this route is very budget-friendly. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, not a monotonous journey. Since it's so brief, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for a flexible schedule and plenty of time to explore your destinations.
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
4.5 miles from Clarksdale, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive is characterized as a 'Mixed drive,' meaning you'll encounter different types of roads. Approximately 48% of the route involves highway driving, interspersed with local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 4.3 miles, likely on US 61. This suggests a journey that transitions between potentially faster-paced highway sections and more local, perhaps slower, segments as you navigate through Mississippi. Expect the road conditions to vary, offering a dynamic driving experience rather than a singular road type for the entire 9 miles.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Issaquena Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 7 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 (Issaquena Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Riverside Avenue): 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.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Issaquena Avenue
Turn left onto Issaquena Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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4th Street
Turn right onto 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Riverside Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Riverside Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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MS 161; MS 322 / South State Street
Turn right onto MS 161; MS 322 / South State Street
Navigation decision point
4
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 61; US 278
Turn right onto US 61; US 278
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| South State Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Bramlett-Davenport Road | 1.6 mi | 6m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bobo - New Africa Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Issaquena Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Riverside Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 4.3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksdale, MS and Pullen, MS.
1
Start on this road
158 ft
·
17 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Issaquena Avenue
436 ft
·
21 sec
·
Issaquena Avenue
3
Turn right onto 4th Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
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4th Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Riverside Avenue
198 ft
·
5 sec
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Riverside Avenue
5
Continue on Madison Avenue
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Madison Avenue
6
Turn right onto MS 161; MS 322
2.1 mi
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3 min
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South State Street
7
Turn right onto US 61; US 278
4.3 mi
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5 min
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US 61; US 278
8
Turn right onto Bobo - New Africa Road
450 ft
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20 sec
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Bobo - New Africa Road
9
Turn right onto Bramlett-Davenport Road
1.6 mi
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6 min
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Bramlett-Davenport Road
10
Arrive at destination
Bramlett-Davenport Road
Trip Plan
Given this route's short 17-minute duration and 9-mile length, you have the flexibility to leave at any time that suits your schedule. There are no recommended stops, so you can head straight to Pullen. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated cost is a very low $1. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 4.3 miles on US 61, so be prepared for potential changes in road type or speed limits around that point. This brief journey offers plenty of time for exploration at either end.
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 4.5 miles from Clarksdale, MS, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.3 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 9 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.5 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pullen, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarksdale, 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 Clarksdale, MS
This is one driving day of about 9 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarksdale, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 61 for about 4.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.5 mi from Clarksdale, MS · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.5 miles from Clarksdale, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pullen, MS
The final approach into Pullen, 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 Pullen, 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
$1.36 one way
$2.72 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.62 | $3.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.99 | $3.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Pullen, MS
Morning in Pullen on Wednesday
Local time
6:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
17m 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 Clarksdale, MS to Pullen, MS covers 9 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, South State Street, Bramlett-Davenport Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.5 miles from Clarksdale, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.36 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 is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Issaquena Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Riverside Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Clarksdale, MS to Pullen, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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