How far is Columbia, MS from Brandon, MS?
The driving distance from Columbia, MS to Brandon, MS is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Brandon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Brandon.
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Start on Pittman Street
15 m · 2 sec · Pittman Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
660 ft · 23 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
22 mi · 33 min
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Turn slight right
37.3 mi · 55 min
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Turn left onto Highway 18
16 mi · 24 min · Highway 18
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Turn right onto Louis Wilson Drive
2.6 mi · 5 min · Louis Wilson Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Government Street
1362 ft · 23 sec · East Government Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Government Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Brandon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn slight right
37.3 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Columbia and Sunny near Brandon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Brandon?
The road trip is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
New Hebron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.4 miles from Columbia and 40.5 miles from Brandon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.79 one way or $21.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbia and Sunny near Brandon.
Stop Ideas Near New Hebron
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 New Hebron.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Brandon. Straight-line distance: 71.1 mi (114.43 km).
#1 Columbia
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,850 |
| Coordinates | 31.2518400, -89.8375800 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brandon
City in Mississippi
| Population | 24,396 |
| Coordinates | 32.2732000, -89.9859200 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Government Street (-89.985921, 32.273109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $10.79 | $21.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
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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