Drive Time
5h 49m
Distance
286.3 mi
461 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
The drive from Olive Branch, MS to Holly Springs, MS covers 286.3 miles and takes about 5h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, MS 27, Robin Wood Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 208.6 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
143.1 miles from Olive Branch, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
This is a 5h 49m highway drive covering 286.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and MS 27. The longest continuous stretch is about 208.6 miles on I 55.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and MS 27. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16.1 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 286.3 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 16.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 205.2 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 225.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 South: Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 51: Crystal Springs North, Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto West Thomas E Jolly Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp right onto Ranch Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Between Olive Branch, MS and Holly Springs, MS, road signs point toward New Orleans and Utica.
New Orleans
Utica
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 208.6 mi | 3h 45m |
| MS 27 | 35.7 mi | 48m |
| Robin Wood Road | 15.1 mi | 26m |
| I 269 | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| Cockrum Road | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Highway 587 Robin Wood Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| US 51 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| John Dunaway Road | 1.6 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch, MS and Holly Springs, MS.
Start on Goodman Road
Turn left onto MS 305
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 269; MS 304
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
Take the exit
Continue on US 51; MS 27
Enter roundabout onto MS 27
Continue on MS 27
Turn left onto West Thomas E Jolly Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Jefferson Street
Turn right onto Elliot Street
Turn right onto MS 587
Continue on MS 587
Turn sharp right onto Ranch Road
Turn left onto John Dunaway Road
Continue on John Dunaway Road
Turn left onto Holly Springs Road
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.1 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Holly Springs, 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 286.3 miles and 5h 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 143.1 mi from Olive Branch, MS · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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 143.1 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 208.6 miles.
The final approach into Holly Springs, 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 Holly Springs, 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.
Regular Gas
$43.77 one way
$87.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $48.01 | $96.01 |
| premium | $4.61 | $51.96 | $103.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $63.61 | $127.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.9 | 1 | $30.06 | $13.74 |
| Efficient EV | 71.6 | 0 | $25.05 | $11.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.5 | 1 | $40.08 | $18.32 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Holly Springs on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Magee, MS
143 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
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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