Origin
Madison, MS
Morning in Madison on Friday
Local time
10:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Madison, MS to Indianola, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
91.7 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
6 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, MS
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Indianola, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Madison, MS to Indianola, MS covers 91.7 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 49W, MS 16, I 55 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46 miles on US 49W. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.85 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.
Midpoint
45.9 miles from Madison, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 91.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 58m highway drive covering 91.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 49W and MS 16. The longest continuous stretch is about 46 miles on US 49W.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49W is the longest continuous segment at about 46 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49W and MS 16. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 58m 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: at 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 44.4 miles (US 49W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
16.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward MS 16: North Canton, Yazoo City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 16: North Canton, Yazoo City
4
17 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
MS 16
Turn left onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
5
44.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 49W
Take the exit onto US 49W toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vic...
5
91.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
Front Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Front Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
91.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
Faison Avenue
Turn left onto Faison Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Madison, MS and Indianola, MS, road signs point toward Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
Yazoo City
16.7 mi in
|
~19m
Vicksburg
44.4 mi in
|
~58m
|
via US 49W
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49W | 46 mi | 55m |
| MS 16 | 23.5 mi | 32m |
| I 55 | 15.1 mi | 16m |
| US 49 | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 2nd Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Westside Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lee Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49W
— 46 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, MS and Indianola, MS.
1
Start on Depot Drive
36 ft
·
3 sec
·
Depot Drive
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto MS 463
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
5
Merge onto I 55
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 55
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward MS 16: North Canton, Yazoo City
7
Turn left onto MS 16
24 mi
·
32 min
·
MS 16
8
Turn right onto US 49; MS 16
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49; MS 16
9
Take the exit onto US 49W
46 mi
·
55 min
·
US 49W
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
10
Turn left onto 2nd Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
2nd Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto Front Avenue
191 ft
·
10 sec
·
Front Avenue
12
Continue on Westside Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Westside Avenue
13
Turn left onto Faison Avenue
97 ft
·
5 sec
·
Faison Avenue
14
Turn right onto Lee Street
464 ft
·
20 sec
·
Lee Street
15
Arrive at destination
Lee Street
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 45.9 miles from Madison, MS, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46 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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.9 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indianola, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Madison, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Madison, MS
This is one driving day of about 91.7 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Madison, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 49W for about 46 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.9 mi from Madison, MS · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.9 miles from Madison, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Indianola, MS
The final approach into Indianola, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.85 one way
$27.70 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $15.20 | $30.41 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.46 | $32.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
GM - CADILLAC OF JACKSON
Ridgeland, MS
EV Connect
1 DCFC
EML DCFC RENAISSANCE #2
Ridgeland, MS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
EML DCFC RENAISSANCE #1
Ridgeland, MS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
L830 SVC 2
Ridgeland, MS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
HH NORTH NORTH CHARGER 2
Ridgeland, MS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
L830 SVC 1
Ridgeland, MS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 5
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.84 | $5.87 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Indianola, MS
Morning in Indianola on Friday
Local time
10:54 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
22 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
1h 58m 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 Madison, MS to Indianola, MS covers 91.7 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49W, MS 16, I 55. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.9 miles from Madison, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.85 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 1h 58m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 44.4 miles (US 49W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Madison, MS and Indianola, MS, road signs point toward Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
How this page is built
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 NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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