Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
149.2 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Photo: Trev W. Adams
The drive from Greenville, MS to Philadelphia, MS covers 149.2 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 82, MS 35, MS 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.6 miles on US 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.81 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
74.6 miles from Greenville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
This is a 3h 30m highway drive covering 149.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 82 and MS 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 61.6 miles on US 82.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and MS 35. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 30m drive. You will face about 11 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 (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (MS 182): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles (US 82; US 278): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MS 182
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 82; US 278
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto MS 35
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto Pecan Avenue
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 61.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| MS 35 | 37.7 mi | 56m |
| MS 14 | 34.9 mi | 52m |
| MS 182 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Pecan Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Huntington Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Memorial Drive | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, MS and Philadelphia, MS.
Start on MS 814
Turn left onto Main Street
Turn left onto MS 182
Turn left onto US 82; US 278
Continue on US 82; MS 7
Turn right onto MS 35
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
Turn right onto South Huntington Street
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
Turn left onto MS 14; MS 19
At end of road, turn right onto Pecan Avenue
Turn right onto MS 16; MS 19; MS 21
Turn left onto Front Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.6 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Greenville, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Greenville, MS
This is one driving day of about 149.2 miles and 3h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.6 mi from Greenville, MS · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 74.6 miles from Greenville, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.6 miles.
The final approach into Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$22.81 one way
$45.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $25.02 | $50.03 |
| premium | $4.61 | $27.08 | $54.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.15 | $66.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.67 | $7.16 |
| Efficient EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.7 | 0 | $20.89 | $9.55 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Dermott, AR
75 mi in
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
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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