Origin
Biloxi, MS
Afternoon in Biloxi on Thursday
Local time
12:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Biloxi, MS to Walnut Grove, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
173.7 mi
280 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
★
6 AM
3h 53m
8 AM
4h 19m
10 AM
4h 2m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m
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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Walnut Grove, MS
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Trip Overview
This 173.7-mile drive from Biloxi, MS to Walnut Grove, MS is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 53 minutes on the road, covering the distance primarily via US 49, MS 35, and MS 15. With a fuel cost estimated at $26, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a single day's travel. The route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Considering its duration and highway nature, this drive is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
86.9 miles from Biloxi, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 53m. Total distance: 173.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive predominantly utilizes highways, with 98% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 83.7 miles on US 49, which forms the backbone of this trip. While largely highway-focused, the transition to MS 35 and MS 15 may offer a slight shift in the driving experience as you proceed. Expect a consistent pace for most of the 3-hour, 53-minute duration, with minimal interruptions from slower local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and MS 35. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Bohn Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 173.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Bohn Street
Take the ramp onto Bohn Street
Navigation decision point
6
25.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
5
25.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 49
Merge onto US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
119.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
|
MS 28; MS 35
Turn right onto MS 28; MS 35
Navigation decision point
5
173.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 53m in
|
Chadwick Avenue
Turn right onto Chadwick Avenue
Navigation decision point
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 Biloxi, MS to Walnut Grove, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Jackson along the way.
Jackson
25.1 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 83.7 mi | 1h 43m |
| MS 35 | 62.2 mi | 1h 32m |
| MS 15 | 20.7 mi | 24m |
| I 110 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| MS 28 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Division Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 83.7 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biloxi, MS and Walnut Grove, MS.
1
Start on Howard Avenue
91 ft
·
6 sec
·
Howard Avenue
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto Division Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Division Street
4
Take the ramp onto Bohn Street
139 ft
·
3 sec
·
Bohn Street
5
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
6
Merge onto I 110
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 110
7
Continue on MS 15; MS 67
21 mi
·
24 min
·
MS 15; MS 67
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
9
Merge onto US 49
40 mi
·
46 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 49
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 49
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 49
10 mi
·
16 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 49; MS 42
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 49
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 49
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 49
16 mi
·
19 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto MS 149
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
18
Turn right onto MS 35
10 mi
·
14 min
·
MS 35
19
Turn right onto MS 28; MS 35
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 28; MS 35
20
Turn left onto MS 35
52 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
MS 35
21
Turn right onto Sylvanus Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Sylvanus Street
22
Turn left onto Main Street
281 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
23
Turn right onto Park Street
296 ft
·
15 sec
·
Park Street
24
Turn right onto Chadwick Avenue
36 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chadwick Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Chadwick Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total travel time under 4 hours, this route from Biloxi to Walnut Grove offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart anytime, but an early start will give you ample time to reach your destination and settle in. Plan for just one main stop to break up the 173.7 miles. Given the long 83.7-mile stretch on US 49, ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. The $26 fuel cost estimate means you won't need to worry excessively about frequent fill-ups, but it's always wise to be aware of your gauge.
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 86.9 miles from Biloxi, MS, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.7 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 38 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.9 miles or 1h 49m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Walnut Grove, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 173.7 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Biloxi, 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 49 for about 83.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.9 mi from Biloxi, MS · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.9 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 83.7 miles.
Arriving in Walnut Grove, MS
The final approach into Walnut Grove, 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 Walnut Grove, 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
$26.23 one way
$52.47 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $28.80 | $57.59 |
| premium | $4.56 | $31.18 | $62.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.35 | $76.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.24 | $8.34 |
| Efficient EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.20 | $6.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.5 | 0 | $24.32 | $11.12 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Walnut Grove, MS
Afternoon in Walnut Grove on Thursday
Local time
12:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Sumrall, MS
87 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
1 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
3h 53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Biloxi, MS to Walnut Grove, MS covers 173.7 miles and takes about 3h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, MS 35, MS 15. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.9 miles from Biloxi, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.23 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 173.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
On the drive from Biloxi, MS to Walnut Grove, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Jackson along the way.
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