Origin
Holly Springs, MS
Late night in Holly Springs on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holly Springs, MS to Auburn, MS
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
62.2 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holly Springs, MS
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Auburn, MS
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Auburn, MS covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 22, South Craft Street, Auburn Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59 miles on I 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.39 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
31.1 miles from Holly Springs, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 62.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 22 and South Craft Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 59 miles on I 22.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 59 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and South Craft Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 4; MS 7 / West Van Dorn Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 9m 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: near the start (MS 4; MS 7 / West Van Dorn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MS 4; MS 7 / South Craft Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 4; MS 7 / West Van Dorn Avenue
Turn right onto MS 4; MS 7 / West Van Dorn Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 4; MS 7 / South Craft Street
Turn left onto MS 4; MS 7 / South Craft Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
60.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Auburn Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Auburn Road
5
61.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 59 mi | 1h 3m |
| South Craft Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Auburn Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Van Dorn Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road 1438 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Memphis Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 59 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holly Springs, MS and Auburn, MS.
1
Start on MS 7; MS 178
31 ft
·
4 sec
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North Memphis Street
2
Turn right onto MS 4; MS 7
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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West Van Dorn Avenue
3
Turn left onto MS 4; MS 7
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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South Craft Street
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
5
Merge onto I 22; US 78
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 22; US 78
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Auburn Road
7
Keep slight left at fork
268 ft
·
7 sec
8
Turn left onto CR 931
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
9
Turn right onto County Road 1438
119 ft
·
5 sec
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County Road 1438
10
Arrive at destination
County Road 1438
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.1 miles from Holly Springs, MS, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59 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 62.2 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
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 Holly Springs, 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 Holly Springs, MS
This is one driving day of about 62.2 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Holly Springs, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 22 for about 59 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Holly Springs, MS · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 62.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Holly Springs, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$9.39 one way
$18.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.31 | $20.62 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.16 | $22.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.73 | $27.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.53 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Late night in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
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
13 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
1h 9m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Auburn, MS covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 22, South Craft Street, Auburn Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.1 miles from Holly Springs, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 4; MS 7 / West Van Dorn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MS 4; MS 7 / South Craft Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Holly Springs, MS to Auburn, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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