Origin
Olive Branch, MS
Evening in Olive Branch on Sunday
Local time
7:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olive Branch, MS to Belzoni, MS
Drive Time
3h 32m
Distance
162.4 mi
261 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 20m
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6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 57m
10 AM
3h 41m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 42m
5 PM
3h 56m
8 PM
3h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olive Branch, MS
Hani Salama
Belzoni, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Olive Branch to Belzoni, expect a straightforward journey covering 162.4 miles. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 32 minutes of drive time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $25, the trip is quite economical for a regional Mississippi outing. Since both cities are located within the Southeast, the drive maintains a consistent geographical feel as you head toward your destination. Given the manageable duration, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to complete the loop in one go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.2 miles from Olive Branch, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with about 64% of your total mileage spent on major routes like US 61 and Highway 49. You will experience a mix of driving environments, including a significant 51.9-mile stretch on US 61 that serves as your longest uninterrupted segment. Expect the pace to shift as you transition from the initial highway legs onto local roads like East Street toward the end of your trip. The road feels practical and efficient rather than technical, providing a steady experience behind the wheel that keeps you moving toward your destination without unnecessary complications.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and East Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 305 / Cockrum Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 162.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 305 / Cockrum Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 26.8 miles (MS 304): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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 305 / Cockrum Road
Turn left onto MS 305 / Cockrum Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward Tunica
Navigation decision point
Toward Tunica
4
26.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
MS 304
Keep slight left at fork onto MS 304
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
29.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 61 South: Tunica
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 61 South: Tunica
4
96.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
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US 49W / Highway 49
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W / Highway 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 51.9 mi | 1h |
| East Street | 51.2 mi | 1h 9m |
| Highway 49 | 14.6 mi | 21m |
| US 49 | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| I 69 | 10.6 mi | 11m |
| I 269 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Cockrum Road | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| MS 304 | 2.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 51.9 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch, MS and Belzoni, MS.
1
Start on Goodman Road
260 ft
·
12 sec
·
Goodman Road
2
Turn left onto MS 305
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Cockrum Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward Tunica
4
Merge onto I 269; MS 304
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
I 269; MS 304
5
Continue on I 69; MS 304
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 69; MS 304
6
Keep slight left at fork onto MS 304
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 304
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 61 South: Tunica
8
Merge onto US 61
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
US 61
9
Take the exit onto US 49
14 mi
·
20 min
·
US 49
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W
15 mi
·
21 min
·
Highway 49
11
Continue on US 49W
51 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
East Street
12
Turn left onto MS 7
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
1st Street
13
Turn left onto MS 7
221 ft
·
4 sec
·
Martin Luther King Drive
14
Arrive at destination
MS 7
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3 hour and 32 minute journey, plan to depart early to stay ahead of any potential traffic shifts along Highway 49. While the trip is short enough to drive straight through, including at least one planned stop will help you stay refreshed for the final miles. Keep your $25 fuel budget in mind as you monitor your gauge during the long 51.9-mile stretch on US 61. Since the route relies on a specific sequence of major roads, double-check your navigation before hitting the highway sections to ensure you stay on track through the transition points. This flexibility allows you to easily adjust your schedule if you decide to spend more time in Belzoni.
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 81.2 miles from Olive Branch, MS, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.9 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.2 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belzoni, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Olive Branch, 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 Olive Branch, MS
This is one driving day of about 162.4 miles and 3h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Olive Branch, 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 61 for about 51.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.2 mi from Olive Branch, MS · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 81.2 miles from Olive Branch, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Belzoni, MS
The final approach into Belzoni, 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 Belzoni, 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
$24.83 one way
$49.65 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $27.23 | $54.46 |
| premium | $4.61 | $29.47 | $58.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.08 | $72.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.05 | $7.80 |
| Efficient EV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.21 | $6.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65 | 0 | $22.74 | $10.39 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Belzoni, MS
Evening in Belzoni on Sunday
Local time
7:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
6 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
3h 32m 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 Olive Branch, MS to Belzoni, MS covers 162.4 miles and takes about 3h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, East Street, Highway 49. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.2 miles from Olive Branch, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.83 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 162.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 305 / Cockrum Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 26.8 miles (MS 304): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Olive Branch, MS to Belzoni, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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