How far is Pontotoc, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Pontotoc, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 25.4 miles (40.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Lee County, Mississippi
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pontotoc and Tupelo.
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Start on East Marion Street
17 m · 3 sec · East Marion Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1803 ft · 36 sec · South Main Street
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Turn slight right
53 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto East Oxford Street
3.9 mi · 7 min · East Oxford Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1824 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pontotoc Parkway East
1.8 mi · 2 min · Pontotoc Parkway East
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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 Pontotoc 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.
West Main Street
Continue on West Main Street
5.66 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Pontotoc and Sunny near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pontotoc to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 25.4 miles (40.9 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Verona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Pontotoc and 16.3 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.41 one way or $6.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pontotoc and Sunny near Tupelo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pontotoc and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 16.81 mi (27.05 km).
#1 Pontotoc
City in Pontotoc County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,227 |
| Coordinates | 34.2478800, -88.9986700 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| 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: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.41 | $6.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.83 | $7.67 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.16 | $8.33 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.87 | $9.75 |
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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