Olive Branch to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.5 miles 399.9 km · straight line
310.6 miles estimated 499.9 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
310° NW bearing direction

How far is Olive Branch from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Olive Branch to Springfield, Missouri is 248.5 miles (399.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located NW of Olive Branch. By car, the driving distance is approximately 310.6 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Olive Branch in Mississippi and Springfield, Missouri in Missouri.

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. 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 Springfield, Missouri. 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 Olive Branch to Springfield, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 30min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Olive Branch & Springfield, Missouri

Quick Facts

Olive Branch
34.96°N, 89.83°W
America/Chicago
118m elevation
Springfield, Missouri
37.22°N, 93.30°W
America/Chicago
396m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients