How far is Vardaman, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Vardaman, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.8 miles (60.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Chickasaw 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 Vardaman and Tupelo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vardaman and Tupelo.
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Start on East Sweet Potato Avenue
8.4 mi · 12 min · East Sweet Potato Avenue
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Turn slight left
1567 ft · 57 sec
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Turn straight onto Houston Bypass
6.4 mi · 10 min · Houston Bypass
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Turn right
4.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn slight right onto NTP
647 ft · 29 sec
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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 Trace State Park
1686 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
2.9 mi · 7 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Spring Street
70 m · 10 sec · North Spring Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Spring Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Vardaman and Tupelo.
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
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Vardaman and Sunny near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vardaman to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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 21.9 miles from Vardaman and 21.9 miles from Tupelo.
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 6 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 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.87 one way or $11.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Vardaman and Sunny near Tupelo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vardaman and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 37.82 mi (60.86 km).
#1 Vardaman
City in Calhoun County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,259 |
| Coordinates | 33.8756700, -89.1772900 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: North Spring Street (-88.704455, 34.258074)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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 | $5.87 | $11.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.17 | $14.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.39 | $16.79 |
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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