Origin
Olive Branch, MS
Afternoon in Olive Branch on Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olive Branch, MS to North Tunica, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
44.6 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
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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Trip Overview
Olive Branch, MS to North Tunica, MS is 44.6 miles and takes about 55 minutes via US 61 and I-269, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward highway-focused drive, ideal for a quick transit or a short day trip. You'll primarily be on major roadways, making for efficient travel. Consider this a very manageable drive, perfect for when you need to cover a short distance without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 14 mi | 16m |
| I 69 | 10.6 mi | 11m |
| I 269 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Cockrum Road | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| MS 304 | 2.8 mi | 2m |
| Sears Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Prichard Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Goodman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 14 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch, MS and North Tunica, 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
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 61
9
Take the exit
197 ft
·
5 sec
10
Turn slight right onto Prichard Road
470 ft
·
15 sec
·
Prichard Road
11
Turn right onto Sears Avenue
478 ft
·
26 sec
·
Sears Avenue
12
Turn left onto Gay Street
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
Gay Street
13
Arrive at destination
Gay Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Olive Branch, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
4
44.5 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
Sears Avenue
Turn right onto Sears Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.74 one way
$13.47 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.39 | $14.79 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
North Tunica, MS
Afternoon in North Tunica on Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely defined by its highway focus, with 83% of the drive utilizing major roads. You'll experience stretches of efficient travel, including one uninterrupted segment of 14 miles on US 61. The profile suggests a predominantly highway experience, meaning you can expect relatively consistent speeds and straightforward navigation. While the specific road surfaces aren't detailed, the emphasis on highways indicates a drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination without many detours or slower local roads.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14 mi on US 61.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and I 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 305 / Cockrum Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 44.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 North Tunica, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Tunica along the way.
Tunica
6.3 mi in
|
~11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 44.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14 miles on US 61. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at North Tunica, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Tunica, MS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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