How far is Tupelo, MS from Iuka, MS?
The driving distance from Tupelo, MS to Iuka, MS is about 63.8 miles (102.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tupelo and Iuka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo and Iuka.
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Start on North Spring Street
21 m · 5 sec · North Spring Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
97 m · 19 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto North Front Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Front Street
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Turn right onto Barnes Street
711 ft · 36 sec · Barnes Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Hilda Avenue
1048 ft · 52 sec · Hilda Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward US 45 North: Corinth
779 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
132 m · 7 sec
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Keep slight right
25.8 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 30 East: South Booneville, Tishomingo
7 mi · 10 min
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Turn left
11.6 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto Highway 365
8.3 mi · 11 min · Highway 365
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Take the ramp left
1021 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 25: Iuka, Fulton
1548 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MS 25 North: Iuka
98 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Drive
2227 ft · 35 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Turn right onto Battleground Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Battleground Drive
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Turn right onto West Quitman Street
1988 ft · 45 sec · West Quitman Street
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Turn left onto South Pearl Street
1036 ft · 48 sec · South Pearl Street
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Turn right onto West Eastport Street
144 m · 21 sec · West Eastport Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Eastport Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tupelo and Iuka.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 45 North
Keep slight right
25.8 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Tupelo and Chance Rain Showers near Iuka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tupelo to Iuka?
The road trip is about 63.8 miles (102.7 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Sunflower is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.9 miles from Tupelo and 31.9 miles from Iuka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.52 one way or $17.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Tupelo and Chance Rain Showers near Iuka.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tupelo and Iuka. Straight-line distance: 48.18 mi (77.54 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Iuka
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 2,928 |
| Coordinates | 34.8117600, -88.1900400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
End: Iuka (-88.19004, 34.81176)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.41 | $20.81 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.18 | $24.37 |
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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