How far is Jonestown, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Jonestown, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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City in Prentiss County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jonestown and Tupelo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonestown and Tupelo.
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Start on Mississippi Highway 2
89 m · 11 sec · Mississippi Highway 2
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Turn right onto County Road 500
1.8 mi · 4 min · County Road 500
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 500
2993 ft · 1 min · County Road 500
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Turn left onto County Road 547
1.5 mi · 5 min · County Road 547
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Turn left onto County Road 514
4.8 mi · 12 min · County Road 514
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Turn right
9.9 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
30.6 mi · 36 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 Jonestown 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.
County Road 514
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30.6 mi · 00h 36m
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 Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Jonestown and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonestown to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Booneville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.3 miles from Jonestown and 25.8 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Jonestown and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tupelo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonestown and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 42.4 mi (68.23 km).
#1 Jonestown
Town in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,070 |
| Coordinates | 34.8709200, -88.6667200 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| 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: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.67 | $15.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.33 | $16.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.75 | $19.49 |
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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