Origin
Olive Branch, MS
Afternoon in Olive Branch on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olive Branch, MS to Jonestown, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
72.3 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olive Branch, MS
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Jonestown, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Olive Branch, MS to Jonestown, MS covers 72.3 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 61, I 69, I 269 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.3 miles on US 61. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 72.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 72.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 61 and I 69. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.3 miles on US 61.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and I 69. You will hit about 11 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.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
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
5
72.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
2nd Street
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Olive Branch, MS to Jonestown, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Tunica along the way.
Tunica
6.3 mi in
|
~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 38.3 mi | 44m |
| I 69 | 10.6 mi | 11m |
| I 269 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Cockrum Road | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Jonestown Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| MS 304 | 2.8 mi | 2m |
| Coahoma Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 38.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch, MS and Jonestown, 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
38 mi
·
44 min
·
US 61
9
Turn left onto Jonestown Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Jonestown Road
10
Turn right
281 ft
·
16 sec
11
Turn left onto Pear Orchard Road
277 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pear Orchard Road
12
Continue on Coahoma Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Coahoma Road
13
Turn straight onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
14
Turn right onto Longino Street
231 ft
·
16 sec
·
Longino Street
15
Turn left onto 2nd Street
255 ft
·
11 sec
·
2nd Street
16
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from Olive Branch, MS · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Olive Branch, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jonestown, MS
The final approach into Jonestown, 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
$10.92 one way
$21.84 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.99 | $23.97 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.98 | $25.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.96 | $31.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 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 | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.12 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Jonestown, MS
Afternoon in Jonestown on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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 28m 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 Jonestown, MS covers 72.3 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, I 69, I 269. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 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 $10.92 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.3 miles you will encounter 11 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.
On the drive from Olive Branch, MS to Jonestown, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Tunica along the way.
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