How far is Richland, MS from Olive Branch, MS?
The driving distance from Richland, MS to Olive Branch, MS is about 164.6 miles (264.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 45m 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 52m.
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 Coahoma 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 Richland and Olive Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richland and Olive Branch.
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Start on Front Road
1124 ft · 55 sec · Front Road
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Turn left onto Logger Lake Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Logger Lake Road
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Turn left
74.7 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
684 ft · 12 sec
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Continue straight
12.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the ramp slight right
19.5 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
33.2 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 304 East: Memphis, Hernando
1835 ft · 45 sec
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Continue straight
23.2 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
1865 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto MS 305
6.4 mi · 11 min · MS 305
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Turn right onto Goodman Road
79 m · 5 sec · Goodman Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Goodman Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richland and Olive Branch.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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74.7 mi · 01h 43m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Richland and Mostly Sunny near Olive Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richland to Olive Branch?
The road trip is about 164.6 miles (264.9 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Clarksdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.2 miles from Richland and 78.4 miles from Olive Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.1 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.00 one way or $44.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Richland and Mostly Sunny near Olive Branch.
Stop Ideas Near Clarksdale
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 Clarksdale.
Greenwood
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richland and Olive Branch. Straight-line distance: 136.43 mi (219.56 km).
#1 Richland
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 7,270 |
| Coordinates | 33.0642900, -90.4887000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Olive Branch
A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
| Population | 39,646 |
| Coordinates | 34.9617600, -89.8295300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
End: Goodman Road (-89.829531, 34.961856)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $22.00 | $44.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.74 | $49.49 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.87 | $53.74 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $31.46 | $62.92 |
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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