How far is Greenville, MS from Clarksdale, MS?
The driving distance from Greenville, MS to Clarksdale, MS is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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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Halfway Point
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County seat of Bolivar County, Mississippi, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Greenville and Clarksdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville and Clarksdale.
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Start on South Broadway Street
3 m · 8 sec · South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left
8.7 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto South Broad Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Broad Street
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Turn straight onto Old Hwy 61
1.3 km · 1 min · Old Hwy 61
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Griffin Road
44 m · 3 sec · Griffin Road
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Turn left
58 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Madison Avenue
2358 ft · 1 min · Madison Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1821 ft · 55 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Issaquena Avenue
133 m · 21 sec · Issaquena Avenue
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Turn right onto Edwards Alley
48 m · 12 sec · Edwards Alley
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Greenville and Clarksdale.
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
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58 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Greenville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clarksdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Greenville to Clarksdale?
The road trip is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Cleveland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.4 miles from Greenville and 36.4 miles from Clarksdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.73 one way or $19.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Greenville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clarksdale.
Stop Ideas Near Cleveland
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 Cleveland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Greenville and Clarksdale. Straight-line distance: 61.45 mi (98.89 km).
#1 Greenville
City in Washington County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 28,315 |
| Coordinates | 33.4089800, -91.0597800 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clarksdale
City in Coahoma County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 14,470 |
| Coordinates | 34.2001100, -90.5709300 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarksdale (-90.57093, 34.20011)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.73 | $19.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.95 | $21.89 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.89 | $23.77 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.92 | $27.83 |
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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