Springfield, Illinois to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Springfield, Illinois from Tupelo?

The distance from Springfield, Illinois to Tupelo is 386.5 miles (622 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located S of Springfield, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 463.8 miles, taking about 9h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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.