How far is Olive Branch, MS from Rolling Fork, MS?
The driving distance from Olive Branch, MS to Rolling Fork, MS is about 183.1 miles (294.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154.2 miles (248.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Bolivar County, Mississippi, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Olive Branch and Rolling Fork.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch and Rolling Fork.
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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
152.3 mi · 3 hr 9 min
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Turn right onto Race Street
1974 ft · 39 sec · Race Street
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Turn right onto Locust Street
55 m · 10 sec · Locust Street
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Turn left
39 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Olive Branch and Rolling Fork.
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 61 South
Merge slight left
152 mi · 03h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Olive Branch and Sunny near Rolling Fork.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Olive Branch to Rolling Fork?
The road trip is about 183.1 miles (294.7 km) and usually takes 03h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Alligator is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.7 miles from Olive Branch and 91.5 miles from Rolling Fork.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154.2 miles (248.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.46 one way or $48.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Olive Branch and Sunny near Rolling Fork.
Stop Ideas Near Alligator
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 Alligator.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Olive Branch and Rolling Fork. Straight-line distance: 154.2 mi (248.16 km).
#1 Olive Branch
A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 39,646 |
| Coordinates | 34.9617600, -89.8295300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rolling Fork
City in Sharkey County, Mississippi
| Population | 1,849 |
| Coordinates | 32.9065200, -90.8781600 |
| Altitude | 32 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rolling Fork (-90.87816, 32.90652)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $24.46 | $48.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.51 | $55.03 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.88 | $59.76 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.98 | $69.96 |
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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