Origin
Belmont, MS
Evening in Belmont on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belmont, MS to Tupelo, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h
Distance
46.1 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belmont, MS
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Tupelo, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Belmont, MS to Tupelo, MS covers 46.1 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 2nd Street, Corridor V, East Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.2 miles on 2nd Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
23.1 miles from Belmont, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h drive with frequent turns across 46.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
2nd Street is the longest continuous segment at about 16.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16.2 miles in near MS 25 / Corridor V.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.2 miles (MS 25 / Corridor V): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 41.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
16.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
MS 25 / Corridor V
Turn right onto MS 25 / Corridor V
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
22.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
41.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward Auburn Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Auburn Road
5
41.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
43.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
MS 178 / East Main Street
Turn right onto MS 178 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Street | 16.2 mi | 23m |
| Corridor V | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| East Main Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| North Eason Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Auburn Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
2nd Street
— 16.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belmont, MS and Tupelo, MS.
1
Start on MS 25
16 mi
·
23 min
·
2nd Street
2
Turn right onto MS 25
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Corridor V
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the exit
18 mi
·
19 min
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Auburn Road
5
Keep slight left at fork
182 ft
·
6 sec
6
Turn left
115 ft
·
2 sec
7
Turn straight onto CR 931
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Auburn Road
8
Continue on North Eason Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Eason Boulevard
9
Turn right onto MS 178
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto North Spring Street
230 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Spring Street
11
Arrive at destination
North Spring Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 23.1 miles from Belmont, MS, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 10 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.1 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tupelo, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Belmont, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Belmont, MS
This is one driving day of about 46.1 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Belmont, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on 2nd Street for about 16.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.1 mi from Belmont, MS · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.1 miles from Belmont, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tupelo, MS
The final approach into Tupelo, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.96 one way
$13.92 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.64 | $15.29 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tupelo, MS
Evening in Tupelo on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Fulton, MS
23 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Belmont, MS to Tupelo, MS covers 46.1 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 2nd Street, Corridor V, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.1 miles from Belmont, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.96 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.2 miles (MS 25 / Corridor V): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 41.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Belmont, MS to Tupelo, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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