Origin
Forest, MS
Night in Forest on Wednesday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forest, MS to Clinton, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
55.6 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forest, MS
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Clinton, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Forest, MS to Clinton, MS covers 55.6 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 3rd Street, Highway 35 South, I 20 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.40 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
27.8 miles from Forest, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 55.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 3rd Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Forest, MS to Clinton, MS is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Forest, MS to Clinton, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 3rd Street | — | — |
| Highway 35 South | — | — |
| I 20 West | — | — |
| Springridge Road | — | — |
| Clinton Parkway | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| East Street | — | — |
| East Leake Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 3rd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest, MS and Clinton, MS.
1
Start on North Banks Street
187 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Banks Street
2
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto Highway 35 South
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 35 South
4
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
5
Merge slight left
42 mi
·
45 min
6
Merge slight right
1.6 mi
·
2 min
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
8
Take the exit slight right toward Springridge Road
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Springridge Road
9
Keep slight right
443 ft
·
11 sec
10
Turn straight onto Springridge Road
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Springridge Road
11
Continue on Clinton Parkway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Clinton Parkway
12
Turn left onto East Main Street
404 ft
·
20 sec
·
East Main Street
13
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Street
14
Turn right onto East Leake Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Leake Street
15
Continue on Dunton Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Dunton Road
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 27.8 miles from Forest, MS, or about 27m into the drive.
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 12 miles or 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.8 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Forest, MS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Forest, MS
This is one driving day of about 55.6 miles and 55m.
At 55.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.8 mi from Forest, MS · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Forest, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clinton, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Clinton, 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
$8.40 one way
$16.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.22 | $18.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Clinton, MS
Night in Clinton on Wednesday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Brandon, MS
28 mi in
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
1 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
55m 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 Forest, MS to Clinton, MS covers 55.6 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 3rd Street, Highway 35 South, I 20 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.8 miles from Forest, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.40 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 Forest, MS to Clinton, MS is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Forest, MS to Clinton, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Forest, MS to Clinton, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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