How far is Fulton, MS from Olive Branch, MS?
The driving distance from Fulton, MS to Olive Branch, MS is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Union County, Mississippi, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fulton and Olive Branch.
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Start on North Cummings Street
37 m · 9 sec · North Cummings Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2385 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Adams Street
2 mi · 4 min · South Adams Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward Tupelo
1859 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
100.4 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Take the exit slight right
1262 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right
84 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Cockrum Road
1 mi · 2 min · Cockrum Road
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Turn right onto Goodman Road
79 m · 5 sec · Goodman Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Goodman Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fulton and Olive Branch.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Tupelo
Merge slight left
100 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Fulton and Sunny near Olive Branch.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Fulton to Olive Branch?
The road trip is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km) and usually takes 01h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Myrtle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.3 miles from Fulton and 52.4 miles from Olive Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.97 one way or $27.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fulton and Sunny near Olive Branch.
Stop Ideas Near Myrtle
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Myrtle.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fulton and Olive Branch. Straight-line distance: 93.7 mi (150.8 km).
#1 Fulton
City in and county seat of Itawamba County, Mississippi
| Population | 3,846 |
| Coordinates | 34.2739900, -88.4092100 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Olive Branch
A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 39,646 |
| Coordinates | 34.9617600, -89.8295300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
End: Goodman Road (-89.829531, 34.961856)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 168 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $13.97 | $27.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.72 | $31.43 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.07 | $34.13 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.98 | $39.96 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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