Origin
Tupelo, MS
Afternoon in Tupelo on Thursday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tupelo, MS to University, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tupelo, MS
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University, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tupelo, MS to University, MS covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pontotoc Parkway West, Pontotoc Parkway East, Old Highway 6 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.4 miles on Pontotoc Parkway West. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 50.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 8m highway drive covering 50.4 miles, with most of the trip on Pontotoc Parkway West and Pontotoc Parkway East. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.4 miles on Pontotoc Parkway West.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pontotoc Parkway West is the longest continuous segment at about 24.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pontotoc Parkway West and Pontotoc Parkway East. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Court Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 9 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 48.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese 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
5
48.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward MS 334: East Oxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 334: East Oxford
5
49.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
MS 314 / University Avenue
Enter roundabout onto MS 314 / University Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
50.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
Tyler Avenue
Turn right onto Tyler Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| University Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| MS 6 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| MS 334 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US 278 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pontotoc Parkway West
— 24.4 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo, MS and University, MS.
1
Start on North Spring Street
68 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Spring Street
2
Turn left onto Court Street
280 ft
·
17 sec
·
Court Street
3
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
298 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
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Continue on US 278; MS 6
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Pontotoc Parkway East
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 278; MS 6
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Pontotoc Parkway West
9
Continue on MS 6; US 278
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
MS 6; US 278
10
Continue on US 278; MS 6
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 278; MS 6
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward MS 334: East Oxford
12
Turn right onto MS 334
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
MS 334
13
Turn left onto MS 334
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
University Avenue
14
Enter roundabout onto MS 314
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
University Avenue
15
Continue on MS 314
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
University Avenue
16
Turn right onto South 5th Street
466 ft
·
21 sec
·
South 5th Street
17
Turn right onto Tyler Avenue
51 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tyler Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Tyler Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Tupelo, MS · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Tupelo, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in University, MS
The final approach into University, 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
$7.61 one way
$15.22 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.36 | $16.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.05 | $18.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
University, MS
Afternoon in University on Thursday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 8m 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 Tupelo, MS to University, MS covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pontotoc Parkway West, Pontotoc Parkway East, Old Highway 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.2 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 $7.61 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 8m drive. You will face about 9 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 48.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Tupelo, MS to University, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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