How far is Brandon, MS from Canton, MS?
The driving distance from Brandon, MS to Canton, MS is about 37.8 miles (60.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.6 miles (38 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brandon and Canton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon and Canton.
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Start on East Government Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Government Street
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Take the ramp left
2500 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I-20
9.2 mi · 10 min · I-20
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: North Jackson, Grenada
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
23.9 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
1910 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto West Fulton Street
1.1 km · 59 sec · West Fulton Street
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Continue on West Peace Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Peace Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Peace Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brandon and Canton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Merge slight left
23.9 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Brandon and Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny near Canton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brandon to Canton?
The road trip is about 37.8 miles (60.9 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ridgeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19 miles from Brandon and 18.9 miles from Canton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.6 miles (38 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.04 one way or $10.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Brandon and Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny near Canton.
Stop Ideas Near Ridgeland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ridgeland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brandon and Canton. Straight-line distance: 23.64 mi (38.04 km).
#1 Brandon
City in Mississippi
| Population | 24,396 |
| Coordinates | 32.2732000, -89.9859200 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Canton
City in Madison County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 11,799 |
| Coordinates | 32.6126400, -90.0367500 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
End: Canton (-90.03675, 32.61264)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.04 | $10.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.66 | $11.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.15 | $12.30 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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