Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 57m
Distance
186.5 mi
300 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Biloxi, MS
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Richton, MS
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This 186.5-mile journey from Biloxi, MS to Richton, MS is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 57 minutes. Predominantly a highway-focused drive, you'll spend about 97% of your time on major roads like US 49, MS 15, and I-55. With a fuel cost estimated at $28, this route is an efficient way to travel within Mississippi. The drive offers a straightforward travel experience, making it a convenient option for a day trip or an easy leg of a larger regional exploration in the Southeast.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93.3 miles from Biloxi, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 57m. Total distance: 186.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 186.5-mile trip, with 97% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a significant 135-mile stretch on US 49, offering a consistent pace for a considerable portion of your travel. While the profile is primarily highway-focused, the inclusion of US 49, MS 15, and I-55 suggests a mix of interstate speeds and potentially slightly slower, but still direct, highway driving. This means you'll likely experience a consistent flow with minimal complex intersections.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and MS 15. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Bohn Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 186.5 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: at 1 miles (Bohn Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp onto Bohn Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49 toward Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Biloxi, MS to Richton, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Jackson along the way.
Jackson
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 135 mi | 2h 46m |
| MS 15 | 20.7 mi | 24m |
| I 55 | 19 mi | 22m |
| I 110 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Calhoun Parkway | 3 mi | 7m |
| Division Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Sowell Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Biloxi, MS and Richton, MS.
Start on Howard Avenue
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Division Street
Take the ramp onto Bohn Street
Turn straight
Merge onto I 110
Continue on MS 15; MS 67
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 49
Continue on US 49
Turn straight onto US 49
Continue on US 49; MS 42
Continue on US 49
Continue on US 49
Continue on US 49
Continue on US 49
Take the exit onto US 49
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49
Merge onto I 55
Take the exit
Turn left onto MS 857
Turn right onto Calhoun Parkway
At end of road, turn left
Arrive at destination
Given the 3-hour and 57-minute duration for 186.5 miles, this route is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace, though the straightforward highway nature means you have flexibility. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, budgeting is simple. While there's only one planned stop, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest 135-mile stretch on US 49, to ensure you don't need to deviate for gas.
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.
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 41 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.3 miles or 1h 57m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richton, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Biloxi, 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 Biloxi, MS
This is one driving day of about 186.5 miles and 3h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.3 mi from Biloxi, MS · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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.
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 93.3 miles from Biloxi, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 135 miles.
The final approach into Richton, 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 Richton, 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.
Regular Gas
$28.17 one way
$56.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.92 | $61.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $33.47 | $66.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.18 | $82.35 |
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: 65.3 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 | 55.9 | 0 | $19.58 | $8.95 |
| Efficient EV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.32 | $7.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.6 | 0 | $26.11 | $11.94 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Biloxi on Friday
Local time
2:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Richton on Friday
Local time
2:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
62°F
Sumrall, MS
93 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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