Origin
Tupelo, MS
Night in Tupelo on Wednesday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tupelo, MS to Hollandale, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
193.4 mi
311 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
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.
Tupelo, MS
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Hollandale, MS
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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 $29.21 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
458 ft
115 ft
Total Climb
181 ft
Total Descent
343 ft
Highest Point
458 ft
~41.4 mi in
Elevation Range
343 ft
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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Court Street
Turn left onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Broadway Street
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
23 mi into trip
|
~33m in
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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
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~2h 24m in
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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
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
62 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
US 278; MS 6
11
Take the exit onto US 278
83 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
US 278
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 61
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 61
13
Turn right onto MS 12
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 12
14
Turn right onto MS 12
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Avenue South
15
Arrive at destination
East Avenue North
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 43 miles or 56m 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.
+
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 193.4 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 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
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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 checkTop 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.21 one way
$58.42 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
68 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $32.06 | $64.13 |
| premium | $4.56 | $34.71 | $69.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.70 | $85.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
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, 2026-04-13.
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.
Destination
Hollandale, MS
Night in Hollandale on Wednesday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
20 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
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 $29.21 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.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 115 ft to 458 ft elevation with about 181 ft of total climbing.
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