How far is Tupelo, MS from Vardaman, MS?
The driving distance from Tupelo, MS to Vardaman, MS is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.8 miles (60.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 21m 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 10m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tupelo and Vardaman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo and Vardaman.
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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
20.6 mi · 31 min · Natchez Trace Parkway
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Turn slight right onto 32
657 ft · 29 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn left
6.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn slight right
1118 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left
47 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
8.3 mi · 12 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Sweet Potato Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tupelo and Vardaman.
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.
Natchez Trace Parkway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
20.6 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Tupelo and Mostly Sunny near Vardaman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tupelo to Vardaman?
The road trip is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Okolona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.8 miles from Tupelo and 21.8 miles from Vardaman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.8 miles (60.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.83 one way or $11.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tupelo and Mostly Sunny near Vardaman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tupelo and Vardaman. Straight-line distance: 37.82 mi (60.86 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 Vardaman
City in Calhoun County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,259 |
| Coordinates | 33.8756700, -89.1772900 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vardaman (-89.17729, 33.87567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.12 | $14.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.34 | $16.68 |
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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