Origin
Olive Branch, MS
Late night in Olive Branch on Friday
Local time
2:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olive Branch, MS to Richton, MS
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 28m
Distance
184.5 mi
297 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
★
6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 53m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 21m
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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Richton, MS
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Trip Overview
This 184.5-mile drive from Olive Branch to Richton, Mississippi, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 28 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 96% of the route being on interstates. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $28. Given its relatively short duration and focus on highway travel, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. You'll remain within the Southeast region for the entirety of your travel.
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
92.3 miles from Olive Branch, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 28m. Total distance: 184.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with a substantial 96% of the journey on interstates. This means you'll experience long stretches of efficient travel, including a continuous 161.7-mile segment on I-55. While the route is primarily built for speed and directness, the initial and final portions might involve navigating local roads like Cockrum Road before merging onto larger arteries. The character of the drive is largely about covering distance efficiently on well-maintained highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 161.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 269. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 305 / Cockrum Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 28m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
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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
15.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 55 South: Jackson
5
16.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 South: Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South: Jackson
5
178.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Take the exit toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 161.7 mi | 2h 53m |
| I 269 | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| Cockrum Road | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| MS 22 | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| Goodman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 161.7 mi, about 2h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch, MS and Richton, 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
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 269; MS 304
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 55 South: Jackson
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 South: Jackson
7
Merge onto I 55
162 mi
·
2 hr 53 min
·
I 55
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
9
Turn right onto MS 22
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
MS 22
10
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a drive time under four hours, this route offers great flexibility for a day trip. You can depart whenever is most convenient for you, knowing you'll arrive in Richton with plenty of daylight left. Plan for one main stop, perhaps during the longest stretch on I-55, to refuel and stretch your legs. The $28 fuel cost is a reasonable budget to consider. Since the drive is not excessively long, you won't need to split it overnight, but be mindful of the highway-heavy nature and ensure you're comfortable with extended periods of interstate driving.
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 92.3 miles from Olive Branch, MS, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 161.7 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 41 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.3 miles or 1h 44m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richton, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Olive Branch, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 184.5 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 I 55 for about 161.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.3 mi from Olive Branch, MS · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.3 miles from Olive Branch, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 161.7 miles.
Arriving in Richton, MS
The final approach into Richton, 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 Richton, MS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.86 one way
$55.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.59 | $61.18 |
| premium | $4.56 | $33.12 | $66.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.74 | $81.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.37 | $8.86 |
| Efficient EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.14 | $7.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.8 | 0 | $25.83 | $11.81 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Richton, MS
Late night in Richton on Friday
Local time
2:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Batesville, MS
92 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
3h 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 Richton, MS covers 184.5 miles and takes about 3h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 269, Cockrum Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.3 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 $27.86 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 is a straightforward 3h 28m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 305 / Cockrum Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Olive Branch, MS to Richton, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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