Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Drew, MS
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Inverness, MS
Sinitta Leunen
The drive from Drew, MS to Inverness, MS covers 36.2 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Street, MS 149, East Shaw Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.2 miles on East Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.47 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (2%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Expect a 53m drive with frequent turns across 36.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 49W / East Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Drew, MS to Inverness, MS is easy. At 53m with 2% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 49W / East Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 36.1 miles (3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto US 49W / East Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Street | 35.2 mi | 50m |
| MS 149 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Shaw Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Drew, MS and Inverness, MS.
Start on East Shaw Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 49W
Take the exit
Continue on MS 149
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from Drew, MS · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Drew, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Inverness, 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.
Regular Gas
$5.47 one way
$10.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.00 | $12.00 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.50 | $12.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Drew on Friday
Local time
6:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Inverness on Friday
Local time
6:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
59°F
Sunflower, MS
18 mi in
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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