Montgomery, Alabama to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

189.7 miles 305.3 km · straight line
237.1 miles estimated 381.6 km · driving distance
4h 46min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
314° NW bearing direction

How far is Montgomery, Alabama from Tupelo?

The distance from Montgomery, Alabama to Tupelo is 189.7 miles (305.3 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located NW of Montgomery, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 237.1 miles, taking about 4h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, Alabama to Tupelo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 46min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 43min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 32min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montgomery, Alabama & Tupelo

Quick Facts

Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m 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 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients