How far is Iuka, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Iuka, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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 01h 08m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Iuka and Tupelo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Iuka and Tupelo.
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Start on East Eastport Street
53 m · 10 sec · East Eastport Street
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Turn right onto South Fulton Street
1040 ft · 48 sec · South Fulton Street
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Turn right onto East Quitman Street
2654 ft · 58 sec · East Quitman Street
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Turn left onto Battleground Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Battleground Drive
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Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Drive
1246 ft · 21 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 72 West: Corinth
1702 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 365: Cairo, Miss., Savannah, Tenn.
633 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
8.5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
11.6 mi · 16 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
6.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 45 South, MS 30 West: Tupelo, New Albany
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
20.2 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown Tupelo
1432 ft · 35 sec
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Continue on North Front Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Front Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
98 m · 13 sec · West 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 Iuka and Tupelo.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 45 South
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20.2 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Iuka and Chance Rain Showers near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Iuka to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Sunflower is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Iuka and 31.4 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.2 miles (77.5 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.48 one way or $16.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Iuka and Chance Rain Showers near Tupelo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Iuka and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 48.18 mi (77.54 km).
#1 Iuka
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 2,928 |
| Coordinates | 34.8117600, -88.1900400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| 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: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.36 | $20.72 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.13 | $24.26 |
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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