Little Rock to Olive Branch: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140.2 miles 225.7 km · straight line
175.3 miles estimated 282.1 km · driving distance
3h 32min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
83° E bearing direction

How far is Little Rock from Olive Branch?

The distance from Little Rock to Olive Branch is 140.2 miles (225.7 km) as the crow flies. Olive Branch is located E of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 175.3 miles, taking about 3h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas and Olive Branch in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Little Rock and Olive Branch. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Little Rock to Olive Branch

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 32min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 14min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 21min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Little Rock & Olive Branch

Quick Facts

Little Rock
34.75°N, 92.29°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Olive Branch
34.96°N, 89.83°W
America/Chicago
118m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 177.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients