Origin
Saltillo, MS
Night in Saltillo on Sunday
Local time
9:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saltillo, MS to Tupelo, MS
Drive Time
17m
Distance
11.1 mi
18 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
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6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saltillo, MS
大 董
Tupelo, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
Traveling between Saltillo and Tupelo is a quick, straightforward 11.1-mile journey that typically takes about 17 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily managed as a brief day outing rather than an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 45, North 3rd Avenue, and MS 145 while staying within the Southeast region. Budgeting for fuel is incredibly simple, as you will likely spend only about $2 for the entire trip. Whether you are commuting or just crossing between these two Mississippi towns, the route offers a convenient and efficient connection.
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
5.5 miles from Saltillo, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 74% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You can expect a consistent pace throughout the journey, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 7 miles along US 45. The road maintains a practical, utilitarian personality that prioritizes speed over winding scenery. As you transition from the highway onto North 3rd Avenue and MS 145, the environment shifts toward a more localized feel. It is a no-nonsense transit that moves you quickly from start to finish without any required stops.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and North 3rd Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near MS 145.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 17m 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 1.3 miles (MS 145): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.8 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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MS 145
Turn sharp left onto MS 145
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 45
Merge onto US 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward Downtown Tupelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Downtown Tupelo
5
11 mi into trip
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~16m in
|
West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
11 mi into trip
|
~17m in
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North Spring Street
Turn right onto North Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 7 mi | 8m |
| North 3rd Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| MS 145 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Front Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Mobile Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saltillo, MS and Tupelo, MS.
1
Start on MS 363
500 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Mobile Street
2
Turn right onto MS 766
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North 3rd Avenue
3
Turn sharp left onto MS 145
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 145
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Tupelo
5
Merge onto US 45
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Downtown Tupelo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on North Front Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Front Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Turn right onto West Main Street
322 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto North Spring Street
230 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Spring Street
10
Arrive at destination
North Spring Street
Trip Plan
Since the entire drive takes less than 20 minutes, you have maximum flexibility when planning your departure time. You do not need to worry about pacing or scheduling rest breaks, as the 11.1-mile distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep in mind that with zero planned stops along the way, you should ensure your vehicle is ready for the road before you leave Saltillo. Since your fuel cost will be approximately $2, you can easily account for this minor expense in your travel budget. Use the efficiency of US 45 to your advantage to reach Tupelo quickly and reliably.
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 5.5 miles from Saltillo, MS, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7 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 11.1 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tupelo, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saltillo, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saltillo, MS
This is one driving day of about 11.1 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saltillo, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 45 for about 7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.5 mi from Saltillo, MS · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.5 miles from Saltillo, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Tupelo, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.70 one way
$3.39 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.86 | $3.72 |
| premium | $4.61 | $2.01 | $4.03 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.17 | $0.53 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Night in Tupelo on Sunday
Local time
9:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
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Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
17m 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 Saltillo, MS to Tupelo, MS covers 11.1 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, North 3rd Avenue, MS 145. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.5 miles from Saltillo, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.70 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 17m 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 1.3 miles (MS 145): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.8 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Saltillo, MS to Tupelo, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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