Origin
Forest, MS
Night in Forest on Wednesday
Local time
11:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forest, MS to Madison, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
59.4 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Madison, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Forest, MS to Madison, MS covers 59.4 miles and takes about 57m 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 55 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.97 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
29.7 miles from Forest, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 57m drive with frequent turns across 59.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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 Madison, MS is easy. At 57m 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 Madison, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 3rd Street | — | — |
| Highway 35 South | — | — |
| I 55 North | — | — |
| US 51 North | — | — |
| I-55 North | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Depot Drive | — | — |
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 Madison, 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
41 mi
·
44 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: North Jackson, Grenada
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 55 North: North Jackson, Grenada
7
Merge slight left
8.3 mi
·
10 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 51 North: Ridgeland
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 51 North: Ridgeland
9
Continue on I-55 North Frontage Road
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
I-55 North Frontage Road
10
Turn straight
4.2 mi
·
6 min
11
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn right onto Depot Drive
36 ft
·
2 sec
·
Depot Drive
13
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 29.7 miles from Forest, MS, or about 28m 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 13 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.7 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Madison, 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 59.4 miles and 57m.
At 59.4 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 29.7 mi from Forest, MS · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Forest, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Madison, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Madison, 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
$8.97 one way
$17.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.85 | $19.70 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Madison, MS
Night in Madison on Wednesday
Local time
11:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Pearl, MS
30 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
26 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
57m 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 Madison, MS covers 59.4 miles and takes about 57m 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 55 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.7 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 $8.97 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 Madison, MS is easy. At 57m 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 Madison, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Forest, MS to Madison, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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