Drive Time
33m
Distance
29 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Photo: Hani Salama
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 29 miles and takes about 33m 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, Cockrum Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26 miles on I 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.43 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
14.5 miles from Holly Springs, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
This is a 33m highway drive covering 29 miles, with most of the trip on I 22 and South Craft Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 26 miles on I 22.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 6 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 (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto MS 4; MS 7 / West Van Dorn Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MS 4; MS 7 / South Craft Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto Goodman Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 26 mi | 27m |
| South Craft Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Cockrum Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Van Dorn Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Goodman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Memphis Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Holly Springs, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
Start on MS 7; MS 178
Turn right onto MS 4; MS 7
Turn left onto MS 4; MS 7
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto MS 305
Turn right onto Goodman Road
Arrive at 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 29 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.5 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Branch, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Holly Springs, 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 Holly Springs, MS
This is one driving day of about 29 miles and 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.5 mi from Holly Springs, MS · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14.5 miles from Holly Springs, 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
$4.43 one way
$8.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $4.86 | $9.73 |
| premium | $4.61 | $5.26 | $10.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.44 | $12.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Holly Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Olive Branch on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Collierville, TN
15 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
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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