Origin
Brookhaven, MS
Night in Brookhaven on Sunday
Local time
10:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookhaven, MS to Gulfport, MS
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
152.7 mi
246 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 56m
★
6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 31m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookhaven, MS
Curtis Adams
Gulfport, MS
Kei Scampa
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Brookhaven to the coast, this 152.7-mile journey is a straightforward trek that takes approximately 3 hours and 8 minutes. Since the drive is entirely within the Southeast region of Mississippi, you will experience a consistent landscape as you transition toward the Gulf. You can easily complete this as a single-day trip, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach the water without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $23 on fuel for the one-way transit. Because the route is highly efficient, it is best suited for travelers who prioritize time and directness over frequent sightseeing detours.
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
76.4 miles from Brookhaven, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of your time spent on major routes like US 49, US 84, and the Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the road, including one significant 85.5-mile stretch on US 49 that requires sustained focus. While the route moves quickly, you should be prepared for a consistent highway experience rather than a winding backroads adventure. The road personality is functional and reliable, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal navigation stress. Expect the drive to feel like a purposeful transition from the interior of the state toward your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 85.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 78.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 152.7 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 78.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.9 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.6 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
78.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
6
78.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
7
86.6 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
|
US 98
Take the exit onto US 98 toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
7
89.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gu...
9
90.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Towns Along This Route
Between Brookhaven, MS and Gulfport, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast, Mobile, Multi Purpose Center and Hattiesburg.
Gulf Coast
78.5 mi in
|
~1h 36m
Mississippi Gulf Coast
78.9 mi in
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~1h 37m
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via I 59
Mobile
86.6 mi in
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~1h 45m
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via US 98
Multi Purpose Center
90.1 mi in
|
~1h 50m
Hattiesburg
90.1 mi in
|
~1h 50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 85.5 mi | 1h 45m |
| US 84 | 49 mi | 56m |
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| East Monticello Street | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| US 98 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| MS 184 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 25th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 85.5 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven, MS and Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on MS 184
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
East Monticello Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 84
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 84
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 84
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 84
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
6
Turn straight onto MS 184
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 184
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 49 South: Hattiesburg
8
Merge onto US 49
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 49
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 49; MS 42
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 49; MS 42
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 59
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto US 98
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 98
Toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 49
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn straight onto US 49
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 49
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 49
215 ft
·
16 sec
·
25th Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
US 49
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one stop to break up the three-hour duration and stay refreshed behind the wheel. Since you are traveling a highway-heavy route, try to depart during off-peak hours to maintain a steady pace on US 49. Given the $23 fuel estimate, filling up your tank in Brookhaven before you head out is a smart way to simplify your logistics. Use the flexibility of this short trip to your advantage by choosing a departure time that aligns with your desired arrival on the coast. Keep an eye on your mileage, as the 85.5-mile stretch is the perfect time to check your fuel levels and stretch your legs before the final leg of the journey.
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 76.4 miles from Brookhaven, MS, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.5 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.4 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gulfport, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, MS
This is one driving day of about 152.7 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brookhaven, 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 85.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.4 mi from Brookhaven, MS · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 76.4 miles from Brookhaven, 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 85.5 miles.
Arriving in Gulfport, MS
The final approach into Gulfport, 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 Gulfport, 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
$23.34 one way
$46.69 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $25.60 | $51.21 |
| premium | $4.61 | $27.71 | $55.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.92 | $67.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.03 | $7.33 |
| Efficient EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.36 | $6.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.1 | 0 | $21.38 | $9.77 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Gulfport, MS
Night in Gulfport on Sunday
Local time
10:44 PM
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
3h 8m 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 Brookhaven, MS to Gulfport, MS covers 152.7 miles and takes about 3h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, US 84, Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.4 miles from Brookhaven, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.34 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 152.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 78.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.9 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.6 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Brookhaven, MS and Gulfport, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast, Mobile, Multi Purpose Center and Hattiesburg.
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