Nashville to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.6 miles 274.5 km · straight line
214.6 miles actual route 345.3 km · driving distance
4h 19min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Nashville from Tupelo?

The distance from Nashville to Tupelo is 170.6 miles (274.5 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located SW of Nashville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 214.6 miles, taking about 4h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Nashville 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. 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 Nashville and Tupelo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Nashville to Tupelo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 19min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 11min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 6min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nashville & Tupelo

Quick Facts

Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m 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 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM