How far is Olive Branch, MS from Shannon, MS?
The driving distance from Olive Branch, MS to Shannon, MS is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.4 miles (139 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m 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 01h 49m.
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.
Human settlement in Benton County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Olive Branch and Shannon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch and Shannon.
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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
12.3 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 145 North: Shannon
1582 ft · 40 sec
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Turn straight onto Noah Curtis Street
141 m · 13 sec · Noah Curtis Street
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Turn left onto North Collins
63 m · 10 sec · North Collins
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Broad Street
2306 ft · 2 min · Broad Street
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Turn left onto Boyd Avenue
22 m · 3 sec · Boyd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Boyd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Olive Branch and Shannon.
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
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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 Olive Branch and Clear near Shannon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Olive Branch to Shannon?
The road trip is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Hickory Flat is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Olive Branch and 48.4 miles from Shannon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.4 miles (139 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 2:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.91 one way or $25.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Olive Branch and Clear near Shannon.
Stop Ideas Near Hickory Flat
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 Hickory Flat.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Olive Branch and Shannon. Straight-line distance: 86.37 mi (139 km).
#1 Olive Branch
A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 39,646 |
| Coordinates | 34.9617600, -89.8295300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shannon
Town in Lee County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 1,765 |
| Coordinates | 34.1162200, -88.7117200 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shannon (-88.71172, 34.11622)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.91 | $25.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.77 | $31.54 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.47 | $36.93 |
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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