Origin
New Albany, MS
Night in New Albany on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Albany, MS to Olive Branch, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
60.2 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Albany, MS
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Olive Branch, MS
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection across Northern Mississippi, this 60.2-mile journey from New Albany to Olive Branch is a straightforward choice. You can easily complete the drive in about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Budget approximately $9 for fuel to cover the distance, which keeps the travel costs quite manageable. Because the route is entirely contained within the Southeast region, you won't need to worry about major shifts in climate or terrain. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that serves well for commuters or travelers heading toward the Memphis area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 57.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| West Bankhead Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Cockrum Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Highway 30 West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Goodman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Railroad Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Highland Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 57.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Albany, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
1
Start on Highland Street
96 ft
·
9 sec
·
Highland Street
2
Turn left onto North Railroad Avenue
210 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Railroad Avenue
3
Turn right onto MS 178
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Bankhead Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto Highway 30 West
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Highway 30 West
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
6
Merge onto I 22; US 78
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 22; US 78
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
274 ft
·
6 sec
9
Turn straight onto MS 305
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cockrum Road
10
Turn right onto Goodman Road
260 ft
·
5 sec
·
Goodman Road
11
Arrive at destination
Goodman Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.1 miles from New Albany, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 59.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MS 178 / West Bankhead Street
Turn right onto MS 178 / West Bankhead Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Highway 30 West
Turn left onto Highway 30 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m 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
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.09 one way
$18.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.81 | $21.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Olive Branch, MS
Night in Olive Branch on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 96% of this trip is spent on the highway. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 57.1 miles—cruising along I-22, which dictates the overall pace of the journey. The remainder of your navigation involves transitioning through West Bankhead Street and Cockrum Road to reach your destination. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it lacks the technical curves of backroads and instead offers a consistent, predictable flow. You should prepare for a steady interstate grind that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.1 mi on I 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and West Bankhead Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MS 178 / West Bankhead Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (MS 178 / West Bankhead Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Highway 30 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
520 ft
344 ft
Total Climb
332 ft
Total Descent
309 ft
Highest Point
520 ft
~34.4 mi in
Elevation Range
175 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 60.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.1 miles on I 22. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MS 178 / West Bankhead Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Highway 30 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail and Tupelo National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Olive Branch, MS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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