The drive from Shannon, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 97.4 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 22, Martin Luther King Drive, Martin Luther King, Junior Drive for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.1 miles on I 22.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.71 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.
Midpoint
48.7 miles from Shannon, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 97.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 97.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 22 and Martin Luther King Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.1 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 16 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 82.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and Martin Luther King Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broad Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Broad Street
Turn right onto Broad Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the exit toward US 45 North, US 278 West: Tupelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 45 North, US 278 West: Tupelo
6
12.2 mi into trip|~16m in|US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
14 mi into trip|~19m 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
96.3 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 22
82.1 mi
1h 27m
Martin Luther King Drive
7.7 mi
8m
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
3.3 mi
4m
US 45
1.7 mi
2m
Cockrum Road
1 mi
1m
Broad Street
0.4 mi
1m
Noah Curtis Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Goodman Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 82.1 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shannon, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
1
Start on Boyd Avenue
73 ft·5 sec·Boyd Avenue
2
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Broad Street
3
Turn left onto North Collins
124 ft·7 sec·North Collins
4
Turn right onto MS 145
0.2 mi·17 sec·Noah Curtis Street
5
Continue on US 45; US 278
0.1 mi·10 sec·US 45; US 278
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward US 45 North, US 278 West: TupeloUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto US 45; US 278
7.7 mi·8 min·Martin Luther King Drive
8
Continue on US 45; MS 6
3.3 mi·4 min·Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
1.6 mi·2 min·US 45
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 78:west: Memphis
11
Merge onto I 22; US 78
82 mi·1 hr 27 min·I 22; US 78
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
13
Keep slight right at fork
274 ft·6 sec
14
Turn straight onto MS 305
1.0 mi·1 min·Cockrum Road
15
Turn right onto Goodman Road
260 ft·5 sec·Goodman Road
16
Arrive at destination
Goodman Road
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.7 miles from Shannon, MS, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.1 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.7 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Branch, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shannon, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Shannon, MS
This is one driving day of about 97.4 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Shannon, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 22 for about 82.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.7 mi from Shannon, MS
· 56m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 13.4
Park Closure: Partial Closure of Rocky Springs Trail
Park Closure: Temporary Blackland Prairie Trail Closure to Equestrians
In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.71 one way
$29.42 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.15
$32.30
premium
$4.56
$17.48
$34.96
diesel
$5.61
$21.50
$43.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.2
0
$10.23
$4.68
Efficient EV
24.4
0
$8.52
$3.90
EV Truck/SUV
39
0
$13.64
$6.23
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Shannon, MS
Evening
in Shannon on Friday
Local time
7:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Olive Branch, MS
Evening
in Olive Branch on Friday
Local time
7:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
New Albany, MS
49 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
11 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 49m 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 Shannon, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 97.4 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 22, Martin Luther King Drive, Martin Luther King, Junior Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.7 miles from Shannon, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.71 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Shannon, MS to Olive Branch, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail and Tupelo National Battlefield.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
