Drive Time
3h 31m
Distance
162.2 mi
261 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Photo: Hani Salama
The drive from Belzoni, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 162.2 miles and takes about 3h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 49W, US 61, US 49 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.8 miles on US 49W. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.1 miles from Belzoni, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
This is a 3h 31m highway drive covering 162.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 49W and US 61. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.8 miles on US 49W.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49W and US 61. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 7 / 1st Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Belzoni, MS to Olive Branch, MS is easy. At 3h 31m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 7 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 49W): Lane positioning matters here; at 66.2 miles (US 49E): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto MS 7 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 49W
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto US 49E
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward MS 304 East: Memphis, Hernando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Belzoni, MS to Olive Branch, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Hernando along the way.
Hernando
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49W | 65.8 mi | 1h 31m |
| US 61 | 33.2 mi | 38m |
| US 49 | 32.4 mi | 42m |
| MS 304 | 23.2 mi | 24m |
| MS 305 | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| 1st Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 49E | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Goodman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Belzoni, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
Start on MS 7
Turn right onto MS 7
Turn right onto US 49W
At end of road, turn left onto US 49E
Continue on US 49; MS 3
Take the ramp onto US 49
Continue on US 61
Take the exit
Continue on MS 304
Take the exit
Turn left onto MS 305
Turn right onto Goodman Road
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.1 miles or 1h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Branch, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Belzoni, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Belzoni, MS
This is one driving day of about 162.2 miles and 3h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.1 mi from Belzoni, MS · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 81.1 miles from Belzoni, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 49W if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.8 miles.
The final approach into Olive Branch, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Olive Branch, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$24.80 one way
$49.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $27.20 | $54.39 |
| premium | $4.61 | $29.44 | $58.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.04 | $72.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.03 | $7.79 |
| Efficient EV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.19 | $6.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.71 | $10.38 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Belzoni on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Olive Branch on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
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Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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