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Trip from Tupelo, MS to Hollandale, MS

Drive Time

4h 9m

Distance

193.4 mi

311 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
3h 56m ★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 34m
8 PM
4h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Tupelo, MS, MS

Tupelo, MS

大 董

Downtown Hollandale, MS, MS

Hollandale, MS

Jan van der Wolf

Trip Overview

The drive from Tupelo, MS to Hollandale, MS covers 193.4 miles and takes about 4h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 278, Pontotoc Parkway West, Pontotoc Parkway East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 144.7 miles on US 278. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.57 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

96.7 miles from Tupelo, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 4h 9m highway drive covering 193.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 278 and Pontotoc Parkway West. The longest continuous stretch is about 144.7 miles on US 278.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 278 is the longest continuous segment at about 144.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 278 and Pontotoc Parkway West. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Court Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 4h 9m 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: near the start (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Court Street

Turn left onto Court Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Broadway Street

Turn left onto North Broadway Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Street

Turn right onto West Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
23 mi into trip | ~33m in | US 278; MS 6 / Pontotoc Parkway West

Keep slight right at fork onto US 278; MS 6 / Pontotoc Parkway West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
109.7 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in | US 278

Take the exit onto US 278

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 278 144.7 mi 3h 5m
Pontotoc Parkway West 24.4 mi 28m
Pontotoc Parkway East 11.2 mi 12m
Old Highway 6 5.6 mi 7m
West Main Street 5.6 mi 11m
MS 12 0.5 mi 1m
MS 6 0.5 mi <1m
East Avenue South 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 278 — 144.7 mi, about 3h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo, MS and Hollandale, MS.

1

Start on North Spring Street

69 ft · 8 sec · North Spring Street
2

Turn left onto Court Street

279 ft · 18 sec · Court Street
3

Turn left onto North Broadway Street

299 ft · 17 sec · North Broadway Street
4

Turn right onto West Main Street

5.6 mi · 11 min · West Main Street
5

Continue on Old Highway 6

5.6 mi · 7 min · Old Highway 6
6

Take the ramp straight

0.5 mi · 1 min
7

Continue on Pontotoc Parkway East

11 mi · 12 min · Pontotoc Parkway East
8

Keep slight right to continue on Pontotoc Parkway West

24 mi · 28 min · Pontotoc Parkway West
9

Continue straight

0.5 mi · 35 sec
10

Continue straight

62 mi · 1 hr 22 min
11

Take the exit slight left

83 mi · 1 hr 43 min
12

Continue straight

0.2 mi · 13 sec
13

Turn right

0.5 mi · 1 min
14

Turn right onto East Avenue South

0.2 mi · 31 sec · East Avenue South
15

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.7 miles from Tupelo, MS, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.7 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 80 miles or 1h 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 96.7 miles or 2h 7m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollandale, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tupelo, 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 Tupelo, MS

This is one driving day of about 193.4 miles and 4h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tupelo, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 278 for about 144.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 96.7 mi from Tupelo, MS · 2h 7m into the drive

Downtown Memphis, TN, TN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Memphis, TN

97 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

Collierville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Memphis, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 96.7 miles from Tupelo, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 278 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 144.7 miles.

Arriving in Hollandale, MS

The final approach into Hollandale, 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 Hollandale, MS.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Tupelo National Battlefield

Tupelo National Battlefield

National Battlefield

In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument

National Monument

In 1955, 14-year-old Emmett Till traveled to Money, Mississippi, to visit relatives. He was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered after reportedly whistling at a white woman. His mother, Mamie Till-Mobley...

17 mi from route ~43 min detour Free near mile 113.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.57 one way

$59.13 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 68 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $32.43 $64.86
premium $4.61 $35.10 $70.20
diesel $5.64 $42.97 $85.93

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 58 0 $20.31 $9.28
Efficient EV 48.4 0 $16.92 $7.74
EV Truck/SUV 77.4 0 $27.08 $12.38

Gas CO2

68 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Tupelo, MS

Late night in Tupelo on Monday

Local time

3:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hollandale, MS

Late night in Hollandale on Monday

Local time

3:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

5 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

4h 9m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Tupelo, MS to Hollandale, MS covers 193.4 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 278, Pontotoc Parkway West, Pontotoc Parkway East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.7 miles from Tupelo, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Tupelo, MS to Hollandale, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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