Trip from Tupelo, MS to Walnut Grove, MS

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 6m

Distance

152.9 mi

246 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 55m ★

6 AM

3h 6m

8 AM

3h 29m

10 AM

3h 14m

12 PM

3h 12m

3 PM

3h 15m

5 PM

3h 28m

8 PM

2h 59m

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

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Trip Overview

This 152.9-mile drive from Tupelo, MS to Walnut Grove, MS is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 6 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 91% of your journey on main roads like MS 25, US Highway 45 Alternate, and MS 35. Expect a fuel cost of around $23 for this journey through Mississippi's Southeast region. Given its duration and highway-centric nature, this trip is well-suited for a single day's adventure, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

76.5 miles from Tupelo, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 152.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Primarily a highway-focused drive, 91% of this route will be on main roads, offering a consistent pace. You'll experience an 84-mile stretch on MS 25, which is the longest uninterrupted segment. While mostly highway, the journey likely involves transitions between these main arteries, keeping the driving experience varied enough. The character of the drive leans towards efficient travel on established routes within Mississippi.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

MS 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 84 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 25 and US Highway 45 Alternate. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Court Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 152.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

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

Turn right onto Court Street

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Front Street

Turn right onto North Front Street

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Main Street

Turn left onto East Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

54.9 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 25 toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Sta...

66.6 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 25 toward MS 25 South: Louisville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward MS 25 South: Louisville

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
MS 25	84 mi	1h 36m
US Highway 45 Alternate	35.7 mi	43m
MS 35	12.5 mi	18m
Martin Luther King Drive	8.7 mi	10m
US 45 ALT	7.2 mi	8m
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive	2.3 mi	2m
Main Street	1 mi	1m
East Main Street	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: MS 25 — 84 mi, about 1h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on North Spring Street

68 ft · 5 sec · North Spring Street

Turn right onto Court Street

317 ft · 16 sec · Court Street

Turn right onto North Front Street

287 ft · 15 sec · North Front Street

Turn left onto East Main Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Main Street

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Merge onto US 45; MS 6

1.0 mi · 1 min · Martin Luther King Drive

Continue on US 45; MS 6

2.3 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Drive

Continue on US 45; US 278

7.7 mi · 8 min · Martin Luther King Drive

Continue on US 45 ALT

1.4 mi · 1 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

2.2 mi · 2 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

0.7 mi · 49 sec · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

1.4 mi · 1 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

36 mi · 43 min · US Highway 45 Alternate

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto MS 25

12 mi · 13 min · MS 25

Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville

Take the exit onto MS 25

5.0 mi · 6 min · MS 25

Toward MS 25 South: Louisville

Continue on MS 25

1.9 mi · 2 min · MS 25

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25

25 mi · 28 min · MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 25

40 mi · 46 min · MS 25

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec

Keep slight left at fork

207 ft · 7 sec

Turn left

121 ft · 3 sec

Turn slight left onto MS 35

13 mi · 18 min · MS 35

Turn left onto Main Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Turn left onto Chadwick Avenue

338 ft · 6 sec · Chadwick Avenue

Arrive at destination

Chadwick Avenue

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart Tupelo at your leisure, perhaps after a morning coffee, and still arrive in Walnut Grove with ample daylight. Plan for one stop to break up the driving and refuel if needed, especially considering the longest stretch is 84 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as highway driving can consume fuel steadily; the estimated $23 cost can help you budget. A good tip is to check traffic conditions before you leave Tupelo, particularly if you plan to hit any of the main roads during peak local commute times.

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 76.5 miles from Tupelo, MS, or about 1h 33m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84 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 34 miles or 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 76.5 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 29m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Tupelo, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 152.9 miles and 3h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 MS 25 for about 84 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 76.5 mi from Tupelo, MS · 1h 33m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Starkville, MS

76 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

West Point, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Starkville, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.5 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 MS 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84 miles.

Arriving in Walnut Grove, MS

The final approach into Walnut Grove, 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 Walnut Grove, 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

$23.09 one way

$46.18 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$25.35	$50.70
premium	$4.56	$27.44	$54.89
diesel	$5.61	$33.76	$67.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45.9	$16.05	$7.34
Efficient EV	38.2	$13.38	$6.12
EV Truck/SUV	61.2	$21.41	$9.79

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Tupelo, MS

Morning in Tupelo on Thursday

Local time

11:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Walnut Grove, MS

Morning in Walnut Grove on Thursday

Local time

11:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°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

18 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

3h 6m 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 Walnut Grove, MS covers 152.9 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are MS 25, US Highway 45 Alternate, MS 35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 76.5 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 $23.09 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Tupelo, MS to Walnut Grove, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Tupelo, MS to Walnut Grove, MS

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Walnut Grove, MS

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tupelo, MS

Walnut Grove, MS

Same local time

18 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 6m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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