How far is Oktibbeha County, MS from Olive Branch, MS?
The driving distance from Oktibbeha County, MS to Olive Branch, MS is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.2 miles (191.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 47m 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 02h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Lee County, Mississippi, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oktibbeha County and Olive Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oktibbeha County and Olive Branch.
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Start on the route
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
2108 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West Point
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45 Alternate North, MS 25 North: West Point, Tupelo
1370 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 45 Alternate
34.6 mi · 43 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
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Continue on Martin Luther King Drive
18.1 mi · 21 min · Martin Luther King Drive
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Continue on Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
3.3 mi · 4 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
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Keep slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 78:west: Memphis
1205 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
82.1 mi · 1 hr 28 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 Oktibbeha County 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.
US 78
Merge slight left
82.1 mi · 01h 28m
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 Oktibbeha County and Sunny near Olive Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oktibbeha County to Olive Branch?
The road trip is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Tupelo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.7 miles from Oktibbeha County and 79.7 miles from Olive Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.2 miles (191.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.05 one way or $44.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oktibbeha County and Sunny near Olive Branch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oktibbeha County and Olive Branch. Straight-line distance: 119.26 mi (191.93 km).
#1 Oktibbeha County
County in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 49,789 |
| Coordinates | 33.4249500, -88.8793000 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| 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: 256 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.92 | $22.05 | $44.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $24.63 | $49.25 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $26.82 | $53.65 |
| Diesel | $5.89 | $33.10 | $66.20 |
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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