How far is Lynchburg, MS from Olive Branch, MS?
The driving distance from Lynchburg, MS to Olive Branch, MS is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 28m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lynchburg and Olive Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynchburg and Olive Branch.
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Start on the route
56 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Goodman Road West
14.1 mi · 22 min · Goodman Road West
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Continue on Goodman Road
574 ft · 20 sec · Goodman Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Goodman Road
1.4 km · 2 min · 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 Lynchburg and Olive Branch.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Goodman Road West
Turn straight onto Goodman Road West
14.1 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Lynchburg and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Olive Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lynchburg to Olive Branch?
The road trip is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Southaven is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Lynchburg and 7.6 miles from Olive Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.98 one way or $3.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around Lynchburg and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Olive Branch.
Stop Ideas Near Southaven
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Southaven.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lynchburg and Olive Branch. Straight-line distance: 15.09 mi (24.28 km).
#1 Lynchburg
Lynchburg is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.9623200, -90.0959300 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| 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: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.67 | $1.98 | $3.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $2.24 | $4.48 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $2.46 | $4.92 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
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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