How far is Walnut Grove, MS from Tupelo, MS?
The driving distance from Walnut Grove, MS to Tupelo, MS is about 129.4 miles (208.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.3 miles (190.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 43m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Walnut Grove and Tupelo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walnut Grove and Tupelo.
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Start on the route
11 m · 2 sec
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Continue on Alligator - Rena Lara Road
1.5 km · 4 min · Alligator - Rena Lara Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mississippi Highway 1
5.9 mi · 9 min · Mississippi Highway 1
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Turn slight right onto Sherard Road
7.5 mi · 13 min · Sherard Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South State Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · South State Street
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Turn right
98.2 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.1 km · 2 min
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Turn straight onto Old Highway 6
5.6 mi · 8 min · Old Highway 6
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Continue on West Main Street
5.7 mi · 11 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 Walnut Grove 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.
Longest stretch
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98.2 mi · 02h 04m
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 Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Walnut Grove and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tupelo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Walnut Grove to Tupelo?
The road trip is about 129.4 miles (208.3 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Batesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.9 miles from Walnut Grove and 65.5 miles from Tupelo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.3 miles (190.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.31 one way or $34.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Walnut Grove and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tupelo.
Stop Ideas Near Batesville
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 Batesville.
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Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Walnut Grove and Tupelo. Straight-line distance: 118.28 mi (190.35 km).
#1 Walnut Grove
City in Leake County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,658 |
| Coordinates | 34.1403900, -90.7695500 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| 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: 208 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.31 | $34.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.46 | $38.93 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.14 | $42.27 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.75 | $49.49 |
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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