Origin
Ripley, MS
Late night in Ripley on Friday
Local time
2:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ripley, MS to Olive Branch, MS
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
63.5 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ripley, MS
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Olive Branch, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ripley, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 22, Mississippi Highway 2, City Avenue South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.8 miles on I 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.59 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 63.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 20m highway drive covering 63.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 22 and Mississippi Highway 2. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.8 miles on I 22.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
524 ft
356 ft
Total Climb
279 ft
Total Descent
382 ft
Highest Point
524 ft
~9.1 mi in
Elevation Range
168 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and Mississippi Highway 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near MS 2 / West Palmer Street.
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 1h 20m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (MS 2 / West Palmer Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (MS 5): Navigation decision point; at 17.1 miles (MS 178): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
MS 2 / West Palmer Street
Turn right onto MS 2 / West Palmer Street
Navigation decision point
4
16.8 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
MS 5
At end of road, turn left onto MS 5
Navigation decision point
4
17.1 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
MS 178
Turn right onto MS 178
Navigation decision point
5
18.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 22; US 78
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
62.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 43.8 mi | 46m |
| Mississippi Highway 2 | 9.6 mi | 16m |
| City Avenue South | 6 mi | 9m |
| Cockrum Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| MS 178 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Palmer Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| MS 5 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 43.8 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ripley, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
1
Start on West Walnut Street
457 ft
·
22 sec
·
West Walnut Street
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn right onto MS 15
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
City Avenue South
4
Turn right onto MS 2
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Palmer Street
5
Continue on MS 2
8.7 mi
·
15 min
·
Mississippi Highway 2
6
Continue on MS 2
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mississippi Highway 2
7
At end of road, turn left onto MS 5
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
MS 5
8
Turn right onto MS 178
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 178
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
10
Merge onto I 22; US 78
44 mi
·
46 min
·
I 22; US 78
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
12
Keep slight right at fork
274 ft
·
6 sec
13
Turn straight onto MS 305
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cockrum Road
14
Turn right onto Goodman Road
260 ft
·
5 sec
·
Goodman Road
15
Arrive at destination
Goodman Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.8 mi from Ripley, MS · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Ripley, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Olive Branch, MS
The final approach into Olive Branch, 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
$9.59 one way
$19.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.67 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Olive Branch, MS
Late night in Olive Branch on Friday
Local time
2:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 20m 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 Ripley, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 22, Mississippi Highway 2, City Avenue South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.8 miles from Ripley, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.59 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 is a straightforward 1h 20m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (MS 2 / West Palmer Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (MS 5): Navigation decision point; at 17.1 miles (MS 178): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ripley, MS to Olive Branch, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 356 ft to 524 ft elevation with about 279 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
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. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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