How far is Shaw, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Shaw, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 161 miles (259.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127 miles (204.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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 Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shaw and Tupelo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shaw and Tupelo.
-
1
Start on White Oak Street
118 m · 19 sec · White Oak Street
-
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Peeler Avenue
2647 ft · 53 sec · East Peeler Avenue
-
3
Turn left onto South Highway 61
50.3 mi · 1 hr 2 min · South Highway 61
-
4
Take the exit slight right
2052 ft · 50 sec
-
5
Keep slight right
97.6 mi · 2 hr 3 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right
1.1 km · 2 min
-
7
Turn straight onto Old Highway 6
5.6 mi · 8 min · Old Highway 6
-
8
Continue on West Main Street
5.7 mi · 11 min · West Main Street
-
9
Turn left onto North Spring Street
70 m · 10 sec · North Spring Street
-
10
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Spring Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shaw 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.
South Highway 61
Keep slight right
97.6 mi · 02h 03m
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 leaving Shaw and Sunny near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shaw to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 161 miles (259.1 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Batesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.4 miles from Shaw and 80.6 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127 miles (204.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 34 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 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.51 one way or $43.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Shaw and Sunny near Tupelo.
Stop Ideas Near Batesville
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 Batesville.
Greenwood
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shaw and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 127.02 mi (204.42 km).
#1 Shaw
Town in Bolivar and Sunflower counties, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,655 |
| Coordinates | 33.6021100, -90.7745800 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| 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: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $21.51 | $43.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.19 | $48.38 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.27 | $52.54 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.76 | $61.51 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Mississippi · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.