How far is Decatur, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Decatur, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 152.9 miles (246 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.8 miles (205.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Tupelo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Tupelo.
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Start on West Broad Street
145 m · 27 sec · West Broad Street
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Turn left onto Highway 15
24 mi · 36 min · Highway 15
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Keep slight left
26.1 mi · 39 min
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Keep slight right
3.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit straight
24.9 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight right
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West Point
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45 Alternate North, MS 25 North: West Point, Tupelo
1370 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 45 Alternate
34.6 mi · 43 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
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Continue on Martin Luther King Drive
18.1 mi · 21 min · Martin Luther King Drive
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Continue on Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
1.5 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 6 East: Downtown Tupelo
2008 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight left
52 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1.1 km · 2 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 Decatur and Tupelo.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 45 Alternate
Merge slight left onto US Highway 45 Alternate
34.6 mi · 00h 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.
Sunny leaving Decatur and Sunny near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 152.9 miles (246 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Starkville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.4 miles from Decatur and 76.4 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.8 miles (205.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.1 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 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.41 one way or $40.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Decatur and Sunny near Tupelo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 127.82 mi (205.71 km).
#1 Decatur
Town in Newton County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,733 |
| Coordinates | 32.4390300, -89.1083900 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| 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: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $20.41 | $40.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.96 | $45.91 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.93 | $49.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.19 | $58.37 |
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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