How far is Olive Branch, MS from North Tunica, MS?
The driving distance from Olive Branch, MS to North Tunica, MS is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36 miles (57.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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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Halfway Point
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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 North Tunica.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch and North Tunica.
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Start on Goodman Road
79 m · 13 sec · Goodman Road
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Turn left onto Cockrum Road
6.2 mi · 11 min · Cockrum Road
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Take the ramp right toward Tunica
1702 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
9.6 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
10.6 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Tunica
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
14 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit right
60 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto Prichard Road
143 m · 15 sec · Prichard Road
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Turn right onto Sears Avenue
146 m · 26 sec · Sears Avenue
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Turn left onto Gay Street
42 m · 6 sec · Gay Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gay Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Olive Branch and North Tunica.
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.
US 61 South
Merge slight left
14 mi · 00h 17m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Olive Branch to North Tunica?
The road trip is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Hernando is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.3 miles from Olive Branch and 22.3 miles from North Tunica.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36 miles (57.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 $5.95 one way or $11.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms around Olive Branch and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near North Tunica.
Stop Ideas Near Hernando
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 Hernando.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Olive Branch and North Tunica. Straight-line distance: 35.96 mi (57.87 km).
#1 Olive Branch
A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 39,646 |
| Coordinates | 34.9617600, -89.8295300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Tunica
Census-designated place in Tunica County, Mississippi
| Population | 1,035 |
| Coordinates | 34.7009300, -90.3781500 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Tunica (-90.37815, 34.70093)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.95 | $11.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
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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