Birmingham, Alabama to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

120.4 miles 193.8 km · straight line
150.6 miles estimated 242.3 km · driving distance
3h 2min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
296° WNW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Tupelo?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Tupelo is 120.4 miles (193.8 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located WNW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 150.6 miles, taking about 3h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Tupelo in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Tupelo. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, Alabama to Tupelo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 2min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 38min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 53min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Tupelo

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Tupelo
34.26°N, 88.70°W
America/Chicago
85m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 206.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients