Origin
Holly Springs, MS
Late night in Holly Springs on Wednesday
Local time
4:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holly Springs, MS to Auburn, MS
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 35m
Distance
278.2 mi
448 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 22m
★
6 AM
5h 36m
8 AM
6h 2m
10 AM
5h 45m
12 PM
5h 42m
3 PM
5h 46m
5 PM
6h 1m
8 PM
5h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, MS
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Auburn, MS covers 278.2 miles and takes about 5h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 59, US 45, US Highway 45 Alternate for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 91 miles on I 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.01 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
139.1 miles from Holly Springs, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 5h 35m highway drive covering 278.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 59 and US 45. The longest continuous stretch is about 91 miles on I 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 91 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and US 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 278.2 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 43.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 44.4 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.4 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
43.9 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
Take the ramp toward I 59 North: Laurel
Navigation decision point
Toward I 59 North: Laurel
5
44.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
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I 59
Merge onto I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
126.4 mi into trip
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~2h 33m in
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I 59
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59 toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscalo...
6
135.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward US 45 North: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 45 North: Macon
8
200.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m in
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US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupel...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Holly Springs, MS and Auburn, MS, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa and Tupelo.
Tuscaloosa
126.4 mi in
|
~2h 33m
|
via I 59
Tupelo
200.8 mi in
|
~3h 59m
|
via US 45 ALT
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 91 mi | 1h 39m |
| US 45 | 65.1 mi | 1h 14m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 53 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 98 | 31.5 mi | 41m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| MS 587 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| South Eason Boulevard | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Morgantown Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 91 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holly Springs, MS and Auburn, MS.
1
Start on Holly Springs Road
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Holly Springs Road
2
Turn left onto Morgantown Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Morgantown Road
3
Continue on MS 587
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
MS 587
4
Turn left onto MS 587
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 587
5
Turn left onto US 98; MS 35
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 98; MS 35
6
Continue on US 98; MS 13
27 mi
·
34 min
·
US 98; MS 13
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 98
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 98
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 98
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 98
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 98
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 98
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 98
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 98
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 59 North: Laurel
12
Merge onto I 59
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
I 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 59
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 45 North: Macon
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto US 45
65 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 ALT
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Continue on US 45 ALT
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Eason Boulevard
19
Turn straight onto South Eason Boulevard
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Eason Boulevard
20
Continue on CR 931
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
21
Turn right onto County Road 1438
119 ft
·
5 sec
·
County Road 1438
22
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 139.1 miles from Holly Springs, MS, or about 2h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.1 miles or 2h 48m 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 32m
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 278.2 miles and 5h 35m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 59 for about 91 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 139.1 mi from Holly Springs, MS · 2h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
139 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 139.1 miles from Holly Springs, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91 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
$42.01 one way
$84.03 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $46.12 | $92.24 |
| premium | $4.56 | $49.93 | $99.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $61.42 | $122.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.5 | 1 | $29.21 | $13.35 |
| Efficient EV | 69.6 | 0 | $24.34 | $11.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111.3 | 1 | $38.95 | $17.80 |
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Auburn, MS
Late night in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
4:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
48°F
Butler, AL
139 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 35m 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 Holly Springs, MS to Auburn, MS covers 278.2 miles and takes about 5h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, US 45, US Highway 45 Alternate. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 139.1 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 $42.01 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 10 significant decision points across 278.2 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 43.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 44.4 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.4 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Holly Springs, MS and Auburn, MS, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa and Tupelo.
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