Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
75.5 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Photo: Hani Salama
Connecting Corinth to Olive Branch, this 75.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek across northern Mississippi. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $12, it is a highly economical drive that stays entirely within the Southeast region. The route relies primarily on US 72, which serves as the backbone for your travel between these two Mississippi communities. Because of the manageable distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex itinerary splits.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Corinth, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 76% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your journey on US 72, which accounts for a substantial 57.7-mile uninterrupted stretch. As you transition off the highway, the route shifts into local navigation via South Tate Street and Goodman Road to reach your final destination. Expect a consistent pace that favors efficiency over technical winding roads. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary deviations.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 72 and Goodman Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near South Tate Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 31m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South Tate Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (US 72): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.9 miles (US 72): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto South Tate Street
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 72
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 72 toward US 72 West: Memphis
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 302 / Goodman Road toward MS 302 West: Olive Branch, Southaven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Goodman Road
Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Corinth, MS to Olive Branch, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Southaven along the way.
Southaven
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 72 | 57.7 mi | 1h 8m |
| Goodman Road | 17.1 mi | 21m |
| South Tate Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Fillmore Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Corinth, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
Start on this road
Turn right onto North Fillmore Street
Turn right onto South Tate Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 72
Enter roundabout onto US 72
Continue on US 72
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 302
Turn left onto Goodman Road
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 75.5 miles in one sitting, so there is no urgent need to build in long rest breaks unless you prefer a slower pace. Keep an eye on your fuel levels before leaving Corinth to ensure you stay within your estimated $12 budget for the duration of the drive. Because US 72 handles the majority of the traffic, stay alert during the transition onto Goodman Road as you approach the Olive Branch area. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on a stress-free arrival at your destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 75.5 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Branch, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Corinth, 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 Corinth, MS
This is one driving day of about 75.5 miles and 1h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.8 mi from Corinth, MS · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 37.8 miles from Corinth, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$11.54 one way
$23.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $12.66 | $25.32 |
| premium | $4.61 | $13.70 | $27.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.77 | $33.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.93 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 Corinth on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Olive Branch on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Collierville, TN
38 mi in
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
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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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