Origin
Tupelo, MS
Night in Tupelo on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tupelo, MS to Kearney Park, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
183.3 mi
295 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 54m
★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
3h 59m
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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Kearney Park, MS
Eddie O.
Trip Overview
This 183.3-mile journey from Tupelo, MS, to Kearney Park, MS, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take around 4 hours and 7 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-55 and the Natchez Trace Parkway, with a portion on US-82, offering a highway-focused experience. With 95% of the drive on highways, it's a direct path through the heart of Mississippi. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is approximately $28, making it an economical option for a quick regional excursion. This drive is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
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
91.7 miles from Tupelo, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 65.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| Natchez Trace Parkway | 45.4 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 82 | 40.2 mi | 47m |
| MS 22 | 11.6 mi | 20m |
| MS 15 | 11.5 mi | 18m |
| Livingston Vernon Road | 5.2 mi | 12m |
| West Main Street | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| County Road 285 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 65.1 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tupelo, MS and Kearney Park, 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
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
1 min
6
At end of road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
45 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
Natchez Trace Parkway
7
Turn right onto County Road 285
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
County Road 285
8
At end of road, turn left onto MS 15
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
MS 15
9
Take the ramp onto MS 15
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
MS 15
10
Continue on US 82
40 mi
·
47 min
·
US 82
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
12
Merge onto I 55
65 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 55
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
14
Turn right onto MS 22
12 mi
·
20 min
·
MS 22
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
16
Keep slight right at fork onto Livingston Vernon Road
5.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Livingston Vernon Road
17
Arrive at destination
Livingston Vernon Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, starting your drive in Tupelo early in the morning will allow you to reach Kearney Park with ample time to spare. With only one recommended stop and a short overall travel time, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the 65.1-mile stretch on I-55. Since this is a single-day trip, you won't need to worry about breaking up the drive. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your GPS is updated, as the mix of interstates and parkways can sometimes present navigation nuances.
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 91.7 miles from Tupelo, MS, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.1 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 40 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.7 miles or 2h 11m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kearney Park, 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 183.3 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 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 I 55 for about 65.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.7 miles from Tupelo, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.1 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 165.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
48.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
MS 15
At end of road, turn left onto MS 15
Navigation decision point
5
165.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 32m in
Take the exit toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 22: Canton, Flora
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.68 one way
$55.37 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.39 | $60.78 |
| premium | $4.56 | $32.90 | $65.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.47 | $80.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55 | 0 | $19.25 | $8.80 |
| Efficient EV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.04 | $7.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.3 | 0 | $25.66 | $11.73 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Kearney Park, MS
Night in Kearney Park on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
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
4h 7m 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
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 177
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is predominantly highway-focused, with 95% of your travel on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 65.1 miles on I-55, offering a consistent pace. While much of the route is on interstates, the inclusion of the Natchez Trace Parkway suggests potential for more varied scenery along that segment. This blend means you'll experience both efficient travel and possibly some more leisurely driving depending on the section.
95% 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: 65.1 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Natchez Trace Parkway. 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 4h 7m drive. You will face about 13 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.
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 Tupelo, MS to Kearney Park, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Flora along the way.
Flora
165.9 mi in
|
~3h 32m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 183.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.1 miles on I 55. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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.
Yes — Tupelo National Battlefield, Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail and Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. 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 Kearney Park, 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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