How far is Tupelo, MS from Richland, MS?
The driving distance from Tupelo, MS to Richland, MS is about 181.4 miles (291.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 23m 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 04h 11m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tupelo and Richland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo and Richland.
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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
86.1 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Turn left
8.3 mi · 15 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Martin Luther King Drive
25.1 mi · 30 min · North Martin Luther King Drive
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Turn right onto Logger Lake Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Logger Lake Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Front Road
1124 ft · 49 sec · Front Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Front Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tupelo and Richland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
County Road 285
Continue straight
86.1 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Tupelo and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Richland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tupelo to Richland?
The road trip is about 181.4 miles (291.9 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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?
Kilmichael is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.7 miles from Tupelo and 90.7 miles from Richland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.7 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 8:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.24 one way or $48.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Tupelo and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Richland.
Stop Ideas Near Kilmichael
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 Kilmichael.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tupelo and Richland. Straight-line distance: 131.64 mi (211.85 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 Richland
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 7,270 |
| Coordinates | 33.0642900, -90.4887000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richland (-90.4887, 33.06429)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 292 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $24.24 | $48.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.26 | $54.52 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.60 | $59.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.66 | $69.31 |
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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