Origin
Tupelo, MS
Afternoon in Tupelo on Saturday
Local time
1:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tupelo, MS to Gulf Park Estates, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 58m
Distance
303.5 mi
488 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 45m
★
6 AM
5h 58m
8 AM
6h 24m
10 AM
6h 7m
12 PM
6h 5m
3 PM
6h 8m
5 PM
6h 23m
8 PM
5h 50m
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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Gulf Park Estates, MS
Eddie O.
Trip Overview
The drive from Tupelo, MS to Gulf Park Estates, MS covers 303.5 miles and takes about 5h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 45, US Highway 45 Aiternate, US Highway 45 Alternate for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.4 miles on US 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.84 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
151.7 miles from Tupelo, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 76.4 mi | 1h 28m |
| US Highway 45 Aiternate | 60.6 mi | 1h 9m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 54.7 mi | 1h 6m |
| MS 63 | 50.4 mi | 57m |
| MS 57 | 28.1 mi | 34m |
| I 10 | 10.9 mi | 11m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| US 45 ALT | 7.2 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 76.4 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo, MS and Gulf Park Estates, MS.
1
Start on North Spring Street
68 ft
·
5 sec
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North Spring Street
2
Turn right onto Court Street
317 ft
·
16 sec
·
Court Street
3
Turn right onto North Front Street
287 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Front Street
4
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
6
Merge onto US 45; MS 6
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
7
Continue on US 45; MS 6
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
8
Continue on US 45; US 278
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
9
Continue on US 45 ALT
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 ALT
10
Continue on US 45 ALT
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45 ALT
11
Continue on US 45 ALT
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 ALT
12
Continue on US 45 ALT
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 45 ALT
13
Continue on US 45 ALT
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 ALT
14
Continue on US 45 ALT
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 45
61 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US Highway 45 Aiternate
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 45
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 45
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 45
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 45
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 45
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 45
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 45
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 45
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 45
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 45
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on US 45
17 mi
·
20 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 57
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on MS 57
23 mi
·
25 min
·
MS 57
Use the straight lane.
30
Continue on MS 63
50 mi
·
57 min
·
MS 63
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
32
Merge onto I 10
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 10
33
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward MS 57: Vancleave, Gautier, Ocean Springs
34
Keep slight left at fork
319 ft
·
9 sec
35
Turn left onto MS 57
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
MS 57
Use the straight / left lanes.
36
Turn right onto Old Spanish Trail
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Spanish Trail
37
Turn left onto Beachview Drive
498 ft
·
15 sec
·
Beachview Drive
38
Turn right onto Palmetto Drive
346 ft
·
20 sec
·
Palmetto Drive
39
Turn left onto North 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North 6th Street
40
Arrive at destination
North 6th Street
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 151.7 miles from Tupelo, MS, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.4 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 67 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.7 miles or 2h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gulf Park Estates, 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 303.5 miles and 5h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 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 45 for about 76.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 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 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 151.7 miles from Tupelo, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 45 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 297.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Court Street
Turn right onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
134.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m in
|
US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
210.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m in
|
MS 57
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 57
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
297.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 45m in
Take the exit toward MS 57: Vancleave, Gautier, Ocean Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 57: Vancleave, Gautier, Ocean Springs
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.84 one way
$91.67 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $50.32 | $100.63 |
| premium | $4.56 | $54.47 | $108.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.01 | $134.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91.1 | 1 | $31.87 | $14.57 |
| Efficient EV | 75.9 | 0 | $26.56 | $12.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121.4 | 1 | $42.49 | $19.42 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Gulf Park Estates, MS
Afternoon in Gulf Park Estates on Saturday
Local time
1:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Waynesboro, MS
152 mi in
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
21 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
5h 58m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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
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
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
303.5 mi in 5h 58m, mostly highway — 76.4 mi of that is on US 45.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.4 mi on US 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and US Highway 45 Aiternate. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Court Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 303.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 134.5 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 58m. Total distance: 303.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.4 miles on US 45. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Gulf Park Estates, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 134.5 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Tupelo National Battlefield and Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Gulf Park Estates, MS before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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