How far is Olive Branch, MS from Vardaman, MS?
The driving distance from Olive Branch, MS to Vardaman, MS is about 102.8 miles (165.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m 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 18m.
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.
City in Lafayette 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 Vardaman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olive Branch and Vardaman.
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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
25.9 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 4, MS 7: Oxford, Holly Springs
1088 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight left
41 m · 4 sec
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Turn right
34.9 mi · 47 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward MS 9W South: Bruce
75 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto MS 9W South: Bruce
32.1 mi · 48 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Veterans Avenue
967 ft · 20 sec · East Veterans Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Veterans Avenue
7.9 mi · 12 min · East Veterans Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Sweet Potato Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Olive Branch and Vardaman.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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34.9 mi · 00h 47m
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 Mostly Sunny near Vardaman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Olive Branch to Vardaman?
The road trip is about 102.8 miles (165.4 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Oxford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.4 miles from Olive Branch and 51.4 miles from Vardaman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 1:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.75 one way or $27.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Olive Branch and Mostly Sunny near Vardaman.
Stop Ideas Near Oxford
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 Oxford.
Central Station
Greenwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Olive Branch and Vardaman. Straight-line distance: 83.74 mi (134.77 km).
#1 Olive Branch
A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 39,646 |
| Coordinates | 34.9617600, -89.8295300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Vardaman
City in Calhoun County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,259 |
| Coordinates | 33.8756700, -89.1772900 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vardaman (-89.17729, 33.87567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $13.75 | $27.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.46 | $30.92 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.79 | $33.58 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.66 | $39.31 |
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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