Chattanooga to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

200.5 miles 322.6 km · straight line
250.6 miles estimated 403.3 km · driving distance
5h 2min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
255° WSW bearing direction

How far is Chattanooga from Tupelo?

The distance from Chattanooga to Tupelo is 200.5 miles (322.6 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located WSW of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 250.6 miles, taking about 5h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga to Tupelo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 2min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 2min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 47min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chattanooga & Tupelo

Quick Facts

Chattanooga
35.05°N, 85.31°W
America/New_York
206m 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 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 124.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients