Origin
Hollandale, MS
Night in Hollandale on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hollandale, MS to Auburn, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
200 mi
322 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hollandale, MS
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Auburn, MS
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Hollandale, MS to Auburn, MS covers 200 miles and takes about 4h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 278, US 61, I 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 92.3 miles on US 278. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.20 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
100 miles from Hollandale, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 11m highway drive covering 200 miles, with most of the trip on US 278 and US 61. The longest continuous stretch is about 92.3 miles on US 278.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 278 is the longest continuous segment at about 92.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 278 and US 61. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 61.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 200 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 61): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.7 miles (US 278): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 61
Turn left onto US 61
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
83.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
US 278
Keep slight right at fork onto US 278
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
175.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
Take the exit toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
6
176 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
|
MS 9
Turn left onto MS 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
185.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 54m in
Take the exit toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hollandale, MS to Auburn, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Sherman along the way.
Sherman
175.6 mi in
|
~3h 42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 278 | 92.3 mi | 1h 57m |
| US 61 | 82.6 mi | 1h 42m |
| I 22 | 12.7 mi | 13m |
| MS 9 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Auburn Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Crouch Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Avenue North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road 1438 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 278
— 92.3 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hollandale, MS and Auburn, MS.
1
Start on East Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Avenue North
2
Turn left onto MS 12
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Crouch Street
3
Turn left onto US 61
83 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
US 61
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit onto US 278
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 278
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 278
92 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
US 278
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
7
Keep slight left at fork
236 ft
·
12 sec
Toward MS 9 North: Sherman
8
Turn left onto MS 9
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
MS 9
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 22; US 78
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 22; US 78
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Auburn Road
12
Keep slight left at fork
268 ft
·
7 sec
13
Turn left onto CR 931
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
14
Turn right onto County Road 1438
119 ft
·
5 sec
·
County Road 1438
15
Arrive at destination
County Road 1438
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 100 miles from Hollandale, MS, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.3 miles.
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 44 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100 miles or 2h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hollandale, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Hollandale, MS
This is one driving day of about 200 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Hollandale, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 278 for about 92.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100 mi from Hollandale, MS · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100 miles from Hollandale, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 278 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.3 miles.
Arriving in Auburn, MS
The final approach into Auburn, 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 Auburn, 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
$30.20 one way
$60.41 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $33.16 | $66.31 |
| premium | $4.56 | $35.90 | $71.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.16 | $88.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60 | 0 | $21.00 | $9.60 |
| Efficient EV | 50 | 0 | $17.50 | $8.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80 | 0 | $28.00 | $12.80 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Auburn, MS
Night in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph
4% chance
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
5 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
4h 11m 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 Hollandale, MS to Auburn, MS covers 200 miles and takes about 4h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 278, US 61, I 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100 miles from Hollandale, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.20 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 200 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 61): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.7 miles (US 278): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hollandale, MS to Auburn, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Sherman along the way.
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