How far is Jonestown, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Jonestown, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 107.6 miles (173.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100 miles (161 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 56m.
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 Lafayette 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 2nd Street
77 m · 17 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Church Street
62 m · 11 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1625 ft · 32 sec · Main Street
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Continue straight
1123 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right
630 ft · 10 sec
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Continue straight
10.3 mi · 15 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
48.8 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Continue straight
21.2 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
14.7 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.1 km · 2 min
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Turn straight onto Old Highway 6
5.6 mi · 8 min · Old Highway 6
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Continue on West Main Street
5.7 mi · 11 min · West Main Street
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Turn left 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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
48.8 mi · 01h 04m
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 Jonestown and Sunny 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 107.6 miles (173.1 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Oxford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.7 miles from Jonestown and 53.9 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100 miles (161 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.18 one way or $28.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jonestown and Sunny near Tupelo.
Stop Ideas Near Oxford
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oxford.
Central Station
Greenwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonestown and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 100.05 mi (161.01 km).
#1 Jonestown
Jonestown is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.3195500, -90.4556500 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| 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: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $3.73 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| Premium | $4.61 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $22.04 | $44.07 |
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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