How far is Tupelo, MS from Oxford, MS?
The driving distance from Tupelo, MS to Oxford, MS is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Pontotoc County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tupelo and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo and Oxford.
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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
5.6 mi · 11 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Old Highway 6
5.6 mi · 8 min · Old Highway 6
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Take the ramp straight
2407 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Pontotoc Parkway East
11.2 mi · 13 min · Pontotoc Parkway East
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Keep slight right to continue on Pontotoc Parkway West
24.4 mi · 28 min · Pontotoc Parkway West
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Continue straight
2526 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
1335 ft · 19 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 334: East Oxford
1592 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right
1893 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto University Avenue
1436 ft · 32 sec · University Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward University Avenue
742 ft · 18 sec · University Avenue
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Exit the rotary onto University Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · University Avenue
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Turn right onto South Lamar Boulevard
684 ft · 20 sec · South Lamar Boulevard
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Turn right onto Courthouse Square
114 m · 17 sec · Courthouse Square
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Turn left onto Courthouse Square
53 m · 13 sec · Courthouse Square
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Continue on Courthouse Square
41 m · 6 sec · Courthouse Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Courthouse Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tupelo and Oxford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pontotoc Parkway West
Keep slight right to continue on Pontotoc Parkway West
24.4 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tupelo and Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tupelo to Oxford?
The road trip is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Thaxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25 miles from Tupelo and 25.2 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.70 one way or $13.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Tupelo and Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tupelo and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 47.09 mi (75.78 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 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 22,314 |
| Coordinates | 34.3665000, -89.5192500 |
| Altitude | 154 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford (-89.51925, 34.3665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 81 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.70 | $13.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.54 | $15.08 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.19 | $16.37 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
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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