How far is Tupelo, MS from Lexington, MS?
The driving distance from Tupelo, MS to Lexington, MS is about 138.4 miles (222.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.7 miles (178.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 07m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Webster County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tupelo and Lexington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo and Lexington.
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Start on North Spring Street
21 m · 8 sec · North Spring Street
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Turn left onto Court Street
85 m · 18 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
91 m · 17 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
2.9 mi · 7 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
1533 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
45.4 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Natchez Trace Parkway
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Turn right onto County Road 285
691 ft · 31 sec · County Road 285
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At the end of the road, turn left
9.5 mi · 14 min
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Take the ramp slight right
2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
40.2 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight left
1837 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
28 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right
1249 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right
1109 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight
9.1 mi · 13 min
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Turn right
55 m · 3 sec
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Continue straight
51 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tupelo and Lexington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Natchez Trace Parkway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
45.4 mi · 01h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Tupelo and Sunny near Lexington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tupelo to Lexington?
The road trip is about 138.4 miles (222.7 km) and usually takes 03h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Eupora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.2 miles from Tupelo and 69.2 miles from Lexington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.7 miles (178.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.48 one way or $36.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tupelo and Sunny near Lexington.
Stop Ideas Near Eupora
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 Eupora.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tupelo and Lexington. Straight-line distance: 110.76 mi (178.25 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 Lexington
City in and county seat of Holmes County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,412 |
| Coordinates | 33.1131800, -90.0531400 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lexington (-90.05314, 33.11318)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 223 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $18.48 | $36.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.78 | $41.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $22.57 | $45.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.43 | $52.85 |
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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