How far is New Albany, MS from Olive Branch, MS?
The driving distance from New Albany, MS to Olive Branch, MS is about 60.2 miles (96.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in and county seat of Marshall County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Albany and Olive Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Albany and Olive Branch.
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Start on Highland Street
29 m · 9 sec · Highland Street
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Turn left onto North Railroad Avenue
64 m · 12 sec · North Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto West Bankhead Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Bankhead Street
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Turn left onto Highway 30 West
1969 ft · 44 sec · Highway 30 West
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Take the ramp right toward I-22 West, US 78 West: Memphis
1267 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
57.1 mi · 1 hr 1 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 New Albany and Olive Branch.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-22 West
Merge slight left
57.1 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 New Albany and Mostly Sunny near Olive Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Albany to Olive Branch?
The road trip is about 60.2 miles (96.9 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Holly Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.1 miles from New Albany and 30.1 miles from Olive Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.07 one way or $16.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around New Albany and Mostly Sunny near Olive Branch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Albany and Olive Branch. Straight-line distance: 56.75 mi (91.33 km).
#1 New Albany
City in Union County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 8,771 |
| Coordinates | 34.4942700, -89.0078400 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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: 97 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $8.07 | $16.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.07 | $18.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.85 | $19.70 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.53 | $23.07 |
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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