Origin
Carriere, MS
Night in Carriere on Wednesday
Local time
11:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carriere, MS to Olive Branch, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
347 mi
558 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 11m
★
6 AM
5h 25m
8 AM
5h 52m
10 AM
5h 34m
12 PM
5h 31m
3 PM
5h 36m
5 PM
5h 50m
8 PM
5h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olive Branch, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Carriere, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 347 miles and takes about 5h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Union Road, US 49 North, Jackson for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
173.5 miles from Carriere, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 24m drive with frequent turns across 347 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Union Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Carriere, MS to Olive Branch, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Union Road | — | — |
| US 49 North | — | — |
| Jackson | — | — |
| I 69 South | — | — |
| I 269 East | — | — |
| MS 305 | — | — |
| Goodman Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Union Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carriere, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
1
Start on Railroad Street
512 ft
·
20 sec
·
Railroad Street
2
Turn right onto West Union Road
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
West Union Road
3
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
4
Merge slight left
57 mi
·
1 hr
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North, MS 42 West: Jackson
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 49 North, MS 42 West: Jackson
6
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
7
Continue straight
5.4 mi
·
6 min
8
Continue straight
5.3 mi
·
6 min
9
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
10
Continue straight
4.2 mi
·
4 min
11
Continue straight
66 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
12
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
13
Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson
14
Keep slight right
0.9 mi
·
1 min
15
Merge slight left
186 mi
·
3 hr 21 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South: Tunica
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 69 South: Tunica
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 269 East: Nashville
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 269 East: Nashville
18
Merge slight left onto I 269 East: Nashville
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 269 East: Nashville
19
Take the exit slight right toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
20
Turn left onto MS 305
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MS 305
21
Turn right onto Goodman Road
259 ft
·
5 sec
·
Goodman Road
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 173.5 miles from Carriere, MS, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
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 76 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 173.5 miles or 2h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Branch, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Carriere, 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 Carriere, MS
This is one driving day of about 347 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Carriere, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 173.5 mi from Carriere, MS · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
174 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 173.5 miles from Carriere, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Olive Branch, MS
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.41 one way
$104.81 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $57.53 | $115.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $62.28 | $124.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.61 | $153.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.1 | 1 | $36.43 | $16.66 |
| Efficient EV | 86.8 | 0 | $30.36 | $13.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 138.8 | 1 | $48.58 | $22.21 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Destination
Olive Branch, MS
Night in Olive Branch on Wednesday
Local time
11:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carriere, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 347 miles and takes about 5h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Union Road, US 49 North, Jackson. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 173.5 miles from Carriere, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Carriere, MS to Olive Branch, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Carriere, MS to Olive Branch, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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