How far is Belmont, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Belmont, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 48.5 miles (78 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m 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 00h 49m.
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 and county seat of Itawamba County, Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belmont and Tupelo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belmont and Tupelo.
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Start on 2nd Street
16.2 mi · 23 min · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Corridor V
6.7 mi · 8 min · Corridor V
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Take the exit right
18.3 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Auburn Road
1132 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left
55 m · 6 sec
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Turn left
35 m · 3 sec
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Turn straight onto Auburn Road
1983 ft · 54 sec · Auburn Road
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Continue on North Eason Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Eason Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Spring Street
70 m · 10 sec · North Spring Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Spring Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Belmont and Tupelo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Corridor V
Take the exit right
18.3 mi · 00h 20m
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 Cloudy leaving Belmont and Partly Cloudy near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belmont to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 48.5 miles (78 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Fulton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Belmont and 25.4 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 4:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.48 one way or $12.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Belmont and Partly Cloudy near Tupelo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belmont and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 33.17 mi (53.39 km).
#1 Belmont
Belmont is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.5098200, -88.2092100 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tupelo
City in and county seat of Lee County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 38,303 |
| Coordinates | 34.2580700, -88.7046400 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Spring Street (-88.704455, 34.258074)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.48 | $12.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.28 | $14.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.26 | $18.52 |
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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