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
Photo: 大 董
The drive from Olive Branch, MS to Belzoni, MS covers 162.4 miles and takes about 3h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 61, East Street, Highway 49 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.9 miles on US 61. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.83 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
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 .
This is a 3h 32m highway drive covering 162.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 61 and East Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 51.9 miles on US 61.
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.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto MS 305 / Cockrum Road
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward Tunica
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto MS 304
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork toward US 61 South: Tunica
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W / Highway 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch, MS and Belzoni, MS.
Start on Goodman Road
Turn left onto MS 305
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 269; MS 304
Continue on I 69; MS 304
Keep slight left at fork onto MS 304
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 61
Take the exit onto US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W
Continue on US 49W
Turn left onto MS 7
Turn left onto MS 7
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
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 162.4 miles and 3h 32m.
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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 81.2 miles from Olive Branch, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$24.83 one way
$49.65 round trip
| 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Olive Branch on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Belzoni on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
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81 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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