How far is Tupelo, MS from Pontotoc, MS?
The driving distance from Tupelo, MS to Pontotoc, MS is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lee County, Mississippi
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tupelo and Pontotoc.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo and Pontotoc.
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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
1.9 mi · 2 min · Pontotoc Parkway East
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Take the exit slight right
1584 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left
70 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Longview Road
2339 ft · 47 sec · Longview Road
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Continue on East Oxford Street
3.7 mi · 7 min · East Oxford Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1943 ft · 43 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Marion Street
17 m · 2 sec · East Marion Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Marion Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tupelo and Pontotoc.
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.
Old Highway 6
Continue on Old Highway 6
5.64 mi · 00h 08m
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 Tupelo and Sunny near Pontotoc.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tupelo to Pontotoc?
The road trip is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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?
Verona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from Tupelo and 9.3 miles from Pontotoc.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.46 one way or $4.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tupelo and Sunny near Pontotoc.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tupelo and Pontotoc. Straight-line distance: 16.81 mi (27.05 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 Pontotoc
City in Pontotoc County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,227 |
| Coordinates | 34.2478800, -88.9986700 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pontotoc (-88.99867, 34.24788)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.46 | $4.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $2.77 | $5.54 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.01 | $6.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $3.52 | $7.04 |
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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