Origin
Madison, MS
Late night in Madison on Wednesday
Local time
5:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, MS to Yazoo City, MS
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
58m
Distance
43.4 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
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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Yazoo City, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Madison, MS to Yazoo City, MS covers 43.4 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MS 16, I 55, East Broadway Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.5 miles on MS 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.55 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.7 miles from Madison, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 58m highway drive covering 43.4 miles, with most of the trip on MS 16 and I 55. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.5 miles on MS 16.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 16 and I 55. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 58m drive. You will face about 10 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 42.6 miles (North Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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
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MS 16
Turn left onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
4
42.6 mi into trip
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~56m in
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North Washington Street
Turn right onto North Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
43.1 mi into trip
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~58m in
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Grand Avenue
Turn left onto Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
43.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
East 5th Street
Turn left onto East 5th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 16 | 23.5 mi | 32m |
| I 55 | 15.1 mi | 16m |
| East Broadway Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US 49 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Grand Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Canal Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 16
— 23.5 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, MS and Yazoo City, 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
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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
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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US 49; MS 16
9
Turn left onto MS 16; MS 149
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Broadway Street
10
Turn right onto North Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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North Washington Street
11
Turn right onto East Canal Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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East Canal Street
12
Turn left onto Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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Grand Avenue
13
Turn left onto East 5th Street
64 ft
·
2 sec
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East 5th Street
14
Arrive at destination
East 5th 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 21.7 miles from Madison, MS, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.5 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 43.4 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.7 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 Yazoo City, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madison, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Madison, MS
This is one driving day of about 43.4 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Madison, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on MS 16 for about 23.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.7 mi from Madison, MS · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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
Arriving in Yazoo City, MS
The final approach into Yazoo City, 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 Yazoo City, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.55 one way
$13.11 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.20 | $14.39 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Yazoo City, MS
Late night in Yazoo City on Wednesday
Local time
5:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
1 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
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 Yazoo City, MS covers 43.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 16, I 55, East Broadway Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.7 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 $6.55 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 58m drive. You will face about 10 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 42.6 miles (North Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Madison, MS to Yazoo City, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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