How far is Picayune, MS from Ridgeland, MS?
The driving distance from Picayune, MS to Ridgeland, MS is about 159.6 miles (256.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.2 miles (215.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 18m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 09m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Picayune and Ridgeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Picayune and Ridgeland.
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Start on East Canal Street
638 ft · 22 sec · East Canal Street
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Highway 43 North
1.1 mi · 2 min · Highway 43 North
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Continue on East Sycamore Road
1165 ft · 20 sec · East Sycamore Road
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Take the ramp left
1296 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
61 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North, MS 42 West: Jackson
1123 ft · 39 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
69.9 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
10.7 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Ridgeland
925 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Old Agency Road
611 ft · 14 sec · Old Agency Road
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Continue on Sunnybrook Road
156 m · 10 sec · Sunnybrook Road
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Continue on West Jackson Street
2233 ft · 50 sec · West Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Old Town Crossing
12 m · 2 sec · Old Town Crossing
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Town Crossing
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Picayune and Ridgeland.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 49 North
Continue straight
69.9 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Picayune and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ridgeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Picayune to Ridgeland?
The road trip is about 159.6 miles (256.8 km) and usually takes 03h 09m 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?
Seminary is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.9 miles from Picayune and 79.7 miles from Ridgeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.2 miles (215.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 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 10:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.32 one way or $42.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Picayune and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ridgeland.
Stop Ideas Near Seminary
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 Seminary.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Picayune and Ridgeland. Straight-line distance: 134.18 mi (215.94 km).
#1 Picayune
City in Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 10,886 |
| Coordinates | 30.5255600, -89.6778800 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ridgeland
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,938 |
| Coordinates | 32.4284800, -90.1323100 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ridgeland (-90.13231, 32.42848)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $21.32 | $42.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.98 | $47.96 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.04 | $52.08 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.49 | $60.97 |
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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