Origin
Auburn, MS
Late night in Auburn on Monday
Local time
2:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, MS to Pass Christian, MS
Drive Time
6h 17m
Distance
317.4 mi
511 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 4m
★
6 AM
6h 17m
8 AM
6h 42m
10 AM
6h 26m
12 PM
6h 23m
3 PM
6h 27m
5 PM
6h 41m
8 PM
6h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, MS
Dominik Gryzbon
Pass Christian, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
The drive from Auburn, MS to Pass Christian, MS covers 317.4 miles and takes about 6h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Auburn Road / County Road 931, North Eason Boulevard, US 45 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.52 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
158.7 miles from Auburn, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 17m drive with frequent turns across 317.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Auburn Road / County Road 931 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 17m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Auburn, MS to Pass Christian, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Auburn Road / County Road 931 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Eason Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 45 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 45 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 59 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 98 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Auburn Road / County Road 931
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, MS and Pass Christian, MS.
1
Start on County Road 1438
118 ft
·
11 sec
·
County Road 1438
2
Turn left onto Auburn Road / County Road 931
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road / County Road 931
3
Continue on North Eason Boulevard
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
North Eason Boulevard
4
Turn left onto US 45 South, MS 6 West: Columbus, Pontotoc
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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US 45 South, MS 6 West: Columbus, Pontotoc
5
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
6
Continue on Martin Luther King Drive
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
7
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
1 min
8
Continue straight
2.2 mi
·
2 min
9
Continue straight
1.5 mi
·
1 min
10
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
11
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
1 min
12
Continue on US Highway 45 Alternate
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
13
Continue on US Highway 45 Aiternate
61 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US Highway 45 Aiternate
14
Keep slight right
3.9 mi
·
4 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 59 South, I 20 West: Meridian
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 59 South, I 20 West: Meridian
16
Merge slight left
6.3 mi
·
7 min
17
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
2 min
18
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
89 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
20
Take the exit slight right toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
21
Keep slight left to continue on Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
22
Turn right
58 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: New Orleans
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 10 West: New Orleans
24
Merge slight left
5.4 mi
·
5 min
25
Take the exit slight right toward Long Beach, Pass Christian
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Long Beach, Pass Christian
26
Keep slight left
141 ft
·
4 sec
27
Turn left onto County Farm Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
County Farm Road
28
Continue on Beatline Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Beatline Road
29
Continue on West Railroad Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Railroad Street
30
Turn right onto White Harbor Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
White Harbor Road
31
Turn right onto West Beach Boulevard
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
West Beach Boulevard
32
Turn right onto Market Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Market Street
33
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
West 2nd Street
34
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 158.7 miles from Auburn, MS, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.7 miles or 3h 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 5h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pass Christian, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, 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 Auburn, MS
This is one driving day of about 317.4 miles and 6h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburn, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 158.7 mi from Auburn, MS · 3h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
159 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 158.7 miles from Auburn, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pass Christian, MS
The final approach into Pass Christian, 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 Pass Christian, 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
$48.52 one way
$97.04 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
111 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $53.22 | $106.44 |
| premium | $4.61 | $57.61 | $115.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $70.52 | $141.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.2 | 1 | $33.33 | $15.24 |
| Efficient EV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.77 | $12.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 127 | 1 | $44.44 | $20.31 |
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% 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
Pass Christian, MS
Late night in Pass Christian on Monday
Local time
2:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 17m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Auburn, MS to Pass Christian, MS covers 317.4 miles and takes about 6h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Auburn Road / County Road 931, North Eason Boulevard, US 45 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 158.7 miles from Auburn, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 17m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Auburn, MS to Pass Christian, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Auburn, MS to Pass Christian, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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