Springfield, Missouri to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Springfield, Missouri from Tupelo?

The distance from Springfield, Missouri to Tupelo is 328.8 miles (529.1 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located SE of Springfield, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 394.5 miles, taking about 7h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, Missouri in Missouri 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Springfield, Missouri 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.