The drive from Ridgeland, MS to Greenwood, MS covers 216.6 miles and takes about 4h 13m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, MS 7, MS 6 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 105.2 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108.3 miles from Ridgeland, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 13m. Total distance: 216.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 13m highway drive covering 216.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and MS 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 105.2 miles on I 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 105.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 7. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 142.7 miles in near MS 7.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 216.6 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 142.7 miles (MS 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 180.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
142.7 mi into trip|~2h 36m in|MS 7
Enter roundabout onto MS 7 toward MS 7 North: Oxford
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward MS 7 North: Oxford
5
180.4 mi into trip|~3h 21m in
Take the exit toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
5
180.8 mi into trip|~3h 22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MS 9 North: Sherman
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MS 9 North: Sherman
6
180.8 mi into trip|~3h 22m in|MS 9
Turn left onto MS 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
190.7 mi into trip|~3h 34m in
Take the exit toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ridgeland, MS to Greenwood, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Sherman along the way.
Sherman
180.4 mi in|~3h 21m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
105.2 mi
1h 52m
MS 7
42.7 mi
50m
MS 6
21.2 mi
24m
I 22
16.9 mi
18m
US 278
10 mi
11m
MS 9
9.8 mi
11m
MS 178
4.9 mi
6m
Dorsey Evergreen Road
2.9 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 105.2 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridgeland, MS and Greenwood, MS.
1
Start on Old Town Crossing
41 ft·8 sec·Old Town Crossing
2
Turn left onto West Jackson Street
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Jackson Street
3
Turn straight onto Sunnybrook Road
511 ft·12 sec·Sunnybrook Road
4
Continue on Old Agency Road
436 ft·8 sec·Old Agency Road
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
6
Merge onto I 55
105 mi·1 hr 52 min·I 55
7
Take the exit onto MS 7
36 mi·41 min·MS 7
Toward MS 7 North: Coffeeville
8
Enter roundabout onto MS 7
171 ft·2 sec·MS 7
Toward MS 7 North: Oxford
9
Continue on MS 7
6.2 mi·8 min·MS 7
Toward MS 7 North: Oxford
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
11
Merge onto US 278; MS 6
1.0 mi·1 min·US 278; MS 6
12
Continue on MS 6; US 278
21 mi·24 min·MS 6; US 278
13
Continue on US 278; MS 6
9.0 mi·10 min·US 278; MS 6
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
15
Keep slight left at fork
236 ft·12 sec
Toward MS 9 North: Sherman
16
Turn left onto MS 9
9.8 mi·11 min·MS 9
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I-22 East, US 78 East: TupeloUse the right lane.
18
Merge onto I 22; US 78
17 mi·18 min·I 22; US 78
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward MS 371: Mantachie, Mooreville
20
Keep slight right at fork
236 ft·5 sec
21
Turn straight onto MS 371
0.7 mi·1 min·MS 371
22
Turn left onto MS 178
4.9 mi·6 min·MS 178
23
Turn right onto Dorsey Evergreen Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Dorsey Evergreen Road
24
Turn right onto Bankhead Road Southwest
0.1 mi·27 sec·Bankhead Road Southwest
25
Turn left onto Dorsey Evergreen Road
2.5 mi·9 min·Dorsey Evergreen Road
26
Turn right onto Greenwood Hopewell Road
145 ft·6 sec·Greenwood Hopewell Road
27
Arrive at destination
Greenwood Hopewell Road
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 108.3 miles from Ridgeland, MS, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.2 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 48 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.3 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ridgeland, 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 Ridgeland, MS
This is one driving day of about 216.6 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Ridgeland, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 105.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108.3 mi from Ridgeland, MS
· 1h 57m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 201.6
Park Closure: Partial Closure of Rocky Springs Trail
Park Closure: Temporary Blackland Prairie Trail Closure to Equestrians
In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 201.6
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.71 one way
$65.42 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$35.91
$71.82
premium
$4.56
$38.88
$77.75
diesel
$5.61
$47.82
$95.65
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
ChargePoint Charging Station
Pontotoc, Mississippi
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Tupelo, Mississippi
EV Connect
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Tupelo, Mississippi
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Pilot Flying J Charging Station
Winona, Mississippi
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Tupelo, Mississippi
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 3
EV Connect: 1
Other: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65
0
$22.74
$10.40
Efficient EV
54.2
0
$18.95
$8.66
EV Truck/SUV
86.6
1
$30.32
$13.86
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Ridgeland, MS
Evening
in Ridgeland on Thursday
Local time
8:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Greenwood, MS
Evening
in Greenwood on Thursday
Local time
8:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 13m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ridgeland, MS to Greenwood, MS covers 216.6 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, MS 7, MS 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 108.3 miles from Ridgeland, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 216.6 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 142.7 miles (MS 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 180.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Ridgeland, MS to Greenwood, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Sherman along the way.
