How far is Tuckerman, AR from Tupelo, AR?
The driving distance from Tuckerman, AR to Tupelo, AR is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuckerman and Tupelo.
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Start on East Main Street
90 m · 18 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left
7.3 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto Air Base Road
3220 ft · 54 sec · Air Base Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 57 South, US 67 South: Bald Knob, Little Rock
1352 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 17: Newport
1440 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left
29 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
12 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto 1st Street
22 m · 3 sec · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuckerman 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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
12 mi · 00h 21m
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 Tuckerman and Sunny near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuckerman to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
Diaz is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.8 miles from Tuckerman and 12.4 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.27 one way or $6.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tuckerman and Sunny near Tupelo.
Stop Ideas Near Diaz
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuckerman and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 23.39 mi (37.64 km).
#1 Tuckerman
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,688 |
| Coordinates | 35.7306300, -91.1984600 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tupelo
Human settlement in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 168 |
| Coordinates | 35.3931400, -91.2306800 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street (-91.230682, 35.393127)
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 37m |
| 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 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.67 | $3.27 | $6.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $3.72 | $7.45 |
| Premium | $4.57 | $4.07 | $8.14 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $5.16 | $10.33 |
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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