Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
122 mi
196 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Photo: Hani Salama
The drive from Rosedale, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 122 miles and takes about 2h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 61, US 49, MS 304 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.4 miles on US 61. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.65 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
61 miles from Rosedale, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
This is a 2h 34m highway drive covering 122 miles, with most of the trip on US 61 and US 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.4 miles on US 61.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and US 49. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 17.2 miles in near MS 444.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Rosedale, MS to Olive Branch, MS is easy. At 2h 34m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.2 miles (MS 444): Navigation decision point; at 91.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.2 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.
Turn right onto MS 444
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward MS 304 East: Memphis, Hernando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto MS 305
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Goodman Road
Navigation decision point
Between Rosedale, MS and Olive Branch, MS, road signs point toward Hernando and Lewisburg.
Hernando
Lewisburg
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 39.4 mi | 46m |
| US 49 | 28.5 mi | 32m |
| MS 304 | 23.2 mi | 24m |
| Mississippi Highway 1 | 15.4 mi | 22m |
| MS 444 | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| MS 305 | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| Prospect Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rosedale, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
Start on MS 1
Continue on MS 1
Continue on MS 1
Continue on MS 1
Turn right onto MS 444
At end of road, turn left onto US 61; US 278
Continue on US 49; US 61
Continue on US 61; MS 4
Take the exit
Continue on MS 304
Take the exit
Turn left onto MS 305
Turn right onto Goodman Road
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61 miles or 1h 20m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Branch, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Rosedale, 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 Rosedale, MS
This is one driving day of about 122 miles and 2h 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61 mi from Rosedale, MS · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 61 miles from Rosedale, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Olive Branch, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$18.65 one way
$37.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $20.46 | $40.91 |
| premium | $4.61 | $22.14 | $44.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.10 | $54.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.81 | $5.86 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.08 | $7.81 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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 Rosedale on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Olive Branch on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Memphis, TN
61 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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