Origin
Holly Springs, MS
Afternoon in Holly Springs on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holly Springs, MS to Brandon, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
80.9 mi
130 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brandon, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Brandon, MS covers 80.9 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on John Dunaway Road, Ranch Road, Hugh White Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.22 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
40.5 miles from Holly Springs, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 34m drive with frequent turns across 80.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John Dunaway Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Brandon, MS is easy. At 1h 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Holly Springs, MS to Brandon, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John Dunaway Road | — | — |
| Ranch Road | — | — |
| Hugh White Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Highway 18 | — | — |
| Louis Wilson Drive | — | — |
| East Government Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
John Dunaway Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holly Springs, MS and Brandon, MS.
1
Start on Holly Springs Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Holly Springs Road
2
Turn right onto John Dunaway Road
1.6 mi
·
6 min
·
John Dunaway Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Ranch Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ranch Road
4
Turn sharp left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
5
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
6
Turn right
5.4 mi
·
9 min
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hugh White Memorial Highway
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Hugh White Memorial Highway
8
Turn slight right
37 mi
·
55 min
9
Turn left onto Highway 18
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Highway 18
10
Turn right onto Louis Wilson Drive
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Louis Wilson Drive
11
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Government Street
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Government Street
12
Arrive at your destination
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 40.5 miles from Holly Springs, MS, or about 47m into the drive.
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 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.5 miles or 47m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brandon, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Holly Springs, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Holly Springs, MS
This is one driving day of about 80.9 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Holly Springs, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.5 mi from Holly Springs, MS · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.5 miles from Holly Springs, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brandon, MS
The final approach into Brandon, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.22 one way
$24.44 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.41 | $26.82 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.52 | $29.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.86 | $35.72 |
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: 28.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.33 | $5.18 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Brandon, MS
Afternoon in Brandon on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Monticello, MS
40 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
23 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
1h 34m 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 Brandon, MS covers 80.9 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John Dunaway Road, Ranch Road, Hugh White Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.5 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 $12.22 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.
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Brandon, MS is easy. At 1h 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Holly Springs, MS to Brandon, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Holly Springs, MS to Brandon, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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