Origin
North Tunica, MS
Night in North Tunica on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Tunica, 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
55m
Distance
44.7 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olive Branch, MS
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Trip Overview
North Tunica, MS to Olive Branch, MS is 44.7 miles and takes about 55 minutes via MS 304 and US 61, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a route that is predominantly highway driving, making it a quick and efficient trip. It's a short enough distance that you won't need to plan for an overnight stay, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your departure time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 304 | 23.2 mi | 24m |
| US 61 | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| MS 305 | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| Prichard Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Sears Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Goodman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Gay Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 304
— 23.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Tunica, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
1
Start on Gay Street
138 ft
·
7 sec
·
Gay Street
2
Turn right onto Sears Avenue
478 ft
·
26 sec
·
Sears Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto Prichard Road
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Prichard Road
4
Turn left onto US 61
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 61
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward MS 304 East: Memphis, Hernando
6
Continue on MS 304
23 mi
·
24 min
·
MS 304
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
8
Turn left onto MS 305
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MS 305
9
Turn right onto Goodman Road
260 ft
·
5 sec
·
Goodman Road
10
Arrive at destination
Goodman Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from North Tunica, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Sears Avenue
Turn right onto Sears Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Prichard Road
At end of road, turn left onto Prichard Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 61
Turn left onto US 61
Navigation decision point
5
14.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward MS 304 East: Memphis, Hernando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 304 East: Memphis, Hernando
5
37.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
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
Toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewi...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.75 one way
$13.50 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.41 | $14.82 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.02 | $16.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
11:36 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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?
This drive is almost entirely highway-focused, with a 98% highway share. You'll spend most of your time on MS 304 and US 61. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 23.2 miles on MS 304, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. Given its highway nature, expect a consistent driving experience with limited changes in road type as you progress toward Olive Branch.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.2 mi on MS 304.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 304 and US 61. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sears Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from North Tunica, MS to Olive Branch, MS is easy. At 55m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sears Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Prichard Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 61): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Tunica, MS and Olive Branch, MS, road signs point toward Hernando and Lewisburg.
Hernando
14.4 mi in
|
~17m
Lewisburg
37.9 mi in
|
~43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 44.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.2 miles on MS 304. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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: near the start (Sears Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Prichard Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 61): Navigation decision point.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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