How far is Olive Branch, MS from Columbus, MS?
The driving distance from Olive Branch, MS to Columbus, MS is about 149.8 miles (241.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Olive Branch and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch and Columbus.
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Start on Goodman Road
79 m · 13 sec · Goodman Road
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Turn left onto Cockrum Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Cockrum Road
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Take the ramp left
1510 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
81.6 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45:south: Tupelo
2228 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
12.6 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45 South, US 278 East: Nettleton
24.4 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 52 sec
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2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1 km · 44 sec
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2140 ft · 28 sec
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
1.5 km · 1 min
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Continue on North 5th Street
3239 ft · 2 min · North 5th Street
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Turn left onto North 2nd Avenue
119 m · 19 sec · North 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
87 m · 13 sec · North 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Olive Branch and Columbus.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Cockrum Road
Merge slight left
81.6 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Olive Branch and Sunny near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Olive Branch to Columbus?
The road trip is about 149.8 miles (241.1 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Sherman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.9 miles from Olive Branch and 74.9 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.7 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.03 one way or $40.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Olive Branch and Sunny near Columbus.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Olive Branch and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 129.14 mi (207.83 km).
#1 Olive Branch
A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 39,646 |
| Coordinates | 34.9617600, -89.8295300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
County seat of Lowndes County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,307 |
| Coordinates | 33.4956700, -88.4272600 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbus (-88.42726, 33.49567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $3.79 | $20.03 | $40.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.53 | $45.06 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.47 | $48.93 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.65 | $57.29 |
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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