Origin
Raleigh, MS
Late night in Raleigh on Tuesday
Local time
5:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raleigh, MS to Tupelo, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 4m
Distance
192.6 mi
310 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 52m
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6 AM
4h 5m
8 AM
4h 31m
10 AM
4h 14m
12 PM
4h 11m
3 PM
4h 15m
5 PM
4h 29m
8 PM
3h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Raleigh, MS
大 董
Tupelo, MS
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Trip Overview
Raleigh, MS to Tupelo, MS is 192.6 miles and takes about 4h 4m via MS 25, MS 35, and US Highway 45 Alternate, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region towards another part of the Southeast. Given its highway-focused profile and manageable duration, this route is a solid option for a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, making it a straightforward drive if you're looking for efficiency.
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
96.3 miles from Raleigh, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 25 | 83.4 mi | 1h 35m |
| MS 35 | 53.2 mi | 1h 19m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 34.6 mi | 42m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| Martin Luther King, Junior Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| MS 6 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 25
— 83.4 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raleigh, MS and Tupelo, MS.
1
Start on Sylvarena Avenue
169 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sylvarena Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto MS 35
53 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
MS 35
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
4
Merge onto MS 25
40 mi
·
45 min
·
MS 25
5
Take the exit onto MS 25
25 mi
·
29 min
·
MS 25
6
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 25
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on MS 25
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
MS 25
8
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
12 mi
·
13 min
·
MS 25
Toward US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West Point
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 45 Alternate North, MS 25 North: West Point, Tupelo
10
Merge onto US 45 ALT; MS 25
35 mi
·
42 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 45 ALT
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
12
Continue on US 45; MS 6
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
13
Take the exit onto MS 6
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
MS 6
Toward MS 6 East: Downtown Tupelo
14
Keep slight left at fork
170 ft
·
7 sec
15
Turn left onto MS 6
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto North Spring Street
230 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Spring Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Spring Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over 4 hours, this route is easily accomplished in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. Fuel costs are estimated at $29, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road is 83.4 miles. While there's only one recommended stop, you'll have flexibility to pull over as needed due to the relatively short overall distance.
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 96.3 miles from Raleigh, MS, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.4 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 42 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.3 miles or 2h 8m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tupelo, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, MS
This is one driving day of about 192.6 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Raleigh, 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 83.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96.3 miles from Raleigh, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MS 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.4 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 137.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 35
At end of road, turn right onto MS 35
Navigation decision point
6
118.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
|
MS 25
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
124.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
|
MS 25
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25 toward US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, MS 25 North: Columbus, West...
5
137.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 45 Alternate North, MS 25 North: West Point, Tupelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 45 Alternate North, MS 25 North: West...
5
137.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
|
US 45 ALT; MS 25 / US Highway 45 Alternate
Merge onto US 45 ALT; MS 25 / US Highway 45 Alternate
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.09 one way
$58.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $31.93 | $63.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $34.57 | $69.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.52 | $85.05 |
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: 67.4 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 | 57.8 | 0 | $20.22 | $9.24 |
| Efficient EV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.85 | $7.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77 | 0 | $26.96 | $12.33 |
Gas CO2
67 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
Tupelo, MS
Late night in Tupelo on Tuesday
Local time
5:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Philadelphia, MS
96 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
6 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 4m 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
near mile 192.6
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
near mile 192.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a substantial stretch of 83.4 miles on MS 25 without interruption, offering a consistent pace. The journey primarily follows designated highways, suggesting a generally smooth and efficient driving experience. Expect a consistent road character for most of the 192.6 miles, minimizing significant shifts in driving conditions.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 83.4 mi on MS 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 25 and MS 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 35.
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 11 significant decision points across 192.6 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 (MS 35): Navigation decision point; at 118.5 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.7 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Raleigh, MS to Tupelo, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Point along the way.
Point
124.7 mi in
|
~2h 41m
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via MS 25
About the Cities
Arriving in Tupelo, MS
Full guide →Tupelo is a city in Northeast Mississippi that is known best for being the birthplace of Elvis Presley.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 4m. Total distance: 192.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 83.4 miles on MS 25. 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 Tupelo, 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 (MS 35): Navigation decision point; at 118.5 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.7 miles (MS 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Tupelo National Battlefield and Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Tupelo, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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