Olive Branch to Opelousas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Olive Branch from Opelousas?

The distance from Olive Branch to Opelousas is 332.7 miles (535.5 km) as the crow flies. Opelousas is located SSW of Olive Branch. By car, the driving distance is approximately 399.3 miles, taking about 8h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Olive Branch in Mississippi and Opelousas in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Olive Branch and Opelousas. 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.