Charleston, Illinois to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charleston, Illinois from Tupelo?

The distance from Charleston, Illinois to Tupelo is 363.1 miles (584.3 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located S of Charleston, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 435.7 miles, taking about 8h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, Illinois in Illinois and Tupelo in Mississippi.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charleston, Illinois 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.