Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
130 mi
209 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Photo: Alex Borelli
Connecting Wiggins to Greenville, this 130-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Because the route is relatively short, it is perfectly manageable as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $20 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate across Mississippi. While both cities sit within the Southeast region, you will transition from the southern part of the state toward the Mississippi Delta. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a straightforward path that avoids unnecessary complexity.
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
65 miles from Wiggins, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a sequence of roads including MS 16, US 49W, and US 82, which keep your pace consistent throughout the journey. A key feature of the trip is the longest stretch of 52 miles on MS 16, which provides a steady, uninterrupted flow behind the wheel. Expect the road's personality to shift as you move between these primary arteries, transitioning through different highway environments. It is a practical drive designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering, letting you focus on the road ahead.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 16 and US 49W. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 55m 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 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 25 miles (US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (US 49W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 51; MS 16 / North Liberty Street
Navigation decision point
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
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
On the drive from Wiggins, MS to City of Greenville, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Vicksburg along the way.
Vicksburg
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 16 | 52 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 49W | 46.7 mi | 56m |
| US 82 | 15.8 mi | 19m |
| MS 182 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| US 49 | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| North Liberty Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Reed Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Wiggins, MS and City of Greenville, MS.
Start on Willis Road
Turn left
Turn left onto MS 16
Turn right onto US 51; MS 16
Turn left onto MS 16
Turn right onto US 49; MS 16
Take the exit onto US 49W
Turn left onto US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
Turn right onto MS 182
Turn left onto MS 1
Turn right onto East Reed Road
Turn left onto Sandy Avenue
Arrive at destination
Since the total drive time is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the duration is just long enough to warrant a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when you start, though your $20 budget should comfortably cover the 130-mile distance. Because this is a highway-heavy route, ensure your vehicle's tire pressure and fluid levels are checked before you leave to handle the sustained speeds. Given the single stop recommendation, choose a midpoint that allows you to easily jump back onto the highway system for the remainder of your trip.
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.
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 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 33m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Greenville, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Wiggins, 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 Wiggins, MS
This is one driving day of about 130 miles and 2h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65 mi from Wiggins, MS · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 65 miles from Wiggins, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into City of Greenville, 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 City of Greenville, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.87 one way
$39.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $21.80 | $43.60 |
| premium | $4.61 | $23.59 | $47.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.88 | $57.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39 | 0 | $13.65 | $6.24 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.38 | $5.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52 | 0 | $18.20 | $8.32 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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 Wiggins on Sunday
Local time
5:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in City of Greenville on Sunday
Local time
5:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Dermott, AR
65 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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