Origin
Ruby, MS
Night in Ruby on Wednesday
Local time
10:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ruby, MS to Wesson, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
34.7 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ruby, MS
大 董
Wesson, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
The drive from Ruby, MS to Wesson, MS covers 34.7 miles and takes about 51m 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 27, US 51 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.5 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.24 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
17.3 miles from Ruby, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 34.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and MS 27. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.5 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 15 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 14.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 27. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Harmony Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 51m 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 0.7 miles (Harmony Road): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Hopewell Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (MS 27): 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
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Harmony Road
At end of road, turn left onto Harmony Road
Navigation decision point
4
2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Hopewell Road
Turn right onto Hopewell Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
MS 27
Turn left onto MS 27
Navigation decision point
4
8.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
MS 27
Enter roundabout onto MS 27
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
26.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Cooper Drive
Turn left onto Cooper Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 14.5 mi | 15m |
| MS 27 | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| US 51 | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Harmony Road | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Cooper Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Huckleberry Hill Lane | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Old Hwy 51 Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Hopewell Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 14.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ruby, MS and Wesson, MS.
1
Start on Huckleberry Hill Lane
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Huckleberry Hill Lane
2
At end of road, turn left onto Harmony Road
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Harmony Road
3
Continue on Harmony Road
41 ft
·
1 sec
·
Harmony Road
4
Turn right onto Hopewell Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Hopewell Road
5
Turn left onto MS 27
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
MS 27
6
Enter roundabout onto MS 27
160 ft
·
2 sec
·
MS 27
7
Continue on MS 27
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
MS 27
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 55 South
9
Merge onto I 55
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 55
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
11
Turn left onto Cooper Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cooper Drive
12
Turn straight onto Old Hwy 51 Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Hwy 51 Road
13
Turn right onto US 51
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 51
14
Turn left onto Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
Spring Street
15
Arrive at destination
Spring 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 17.3 miles from Ruby, MS, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.5 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 34.7 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wesson, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Ruby, MS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ruby, MS
This is one driving day of about 34.7 miles and 51m.
At 34.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 14.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Ruby, MS · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Ruby, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wesson, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Wesson, 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
$5.24 one way
$10.48 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.75 | $11.51 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Wesson, MS
Night in Wesson on Wednesday
Local time
10:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
51m 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 Ruby, MS to Wesson, MS covers 34.7 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, MS 27, US 51. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Ruby, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.24 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 51m 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 0.7 miles (Harmony Road): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Hopewell Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (MS 27): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ruby, MS to Wesson, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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