How far is Greenville, MS from Houston, MS?
The driving distance from Greenville, MS to Houston, MS is about 147.4 miles (237.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.2 miles (198.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Carroll County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Greenville and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville and Houston.
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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
9.2 mi · 14 min
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Turn left
36.6 mi · 44 min
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Continue straight
73.9 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right
23.6 mi · 35 min
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Turn right onto County Road 515 South
1.8 mi · 3 min · County Road 515 South
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Continue on South Jackson Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Jackson Street
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Turn right onto East Hamilton Street
91 m · 13 sec · East Hamilton Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Hamilton Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Greenville and Houston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Continue straight
73.9 mi · 01h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Greenville and Sunny near Houston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Greenville to Houston?
The road trip is about 147.4 miles (237.2 km) and usually takes 03h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Carrollton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.6 miles from Greenville and 73.8 miles from Houston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.2 miles (198.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.69 one way or $39.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Greenville and Sunny near Houston.
Stop Ideas Near Carrollton
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 Carrollton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Greenville and Houston. Straight-line distance: 123.24 mi (198.33 km).
#1 Greenville
City in Washington County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 28,315 |
| Coordinates | 33.4089800, -91.0597800 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Houston
Town in Mississippi
| Population | 3,375 |
| Coordinates | 33.8984500, -88.9992300 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
End: Houston (-88.99923, 33.89845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $19.69 | $39.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.15 | $44.29 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.05 | $48.10 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.16 | $56.32 |
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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