Origin
Escatawpa, MS
Afternoon in Escatawpa on Thursday
Local time
1:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Escatawpa, MS to Oxford, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 3m
Distance
196.1 mi
316 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
13 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 50m
★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 14m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Escatawpa, MS
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Oxford, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Escatawpa, MS to Oxford, MS covers 196.1 miles and takes about 4h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, West Florida Republic Parkway, Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.4 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.62 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
98 miles from Escatawpa, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 196.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 3m highway drive covering 196.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and West Florida Republic Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 73.4 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West Florida Republic Parkway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 196.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.7 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.9 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
73.7 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway toward I 12, I 59: Hammond, Baton Rouge, Hattiesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 12, I 59: Hammond, Baton Rouge, Hattie...
5
73.9 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Continue onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway toward I 12: Hammond, Baton Rouge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 267B
Toward I 12: Hammond, Baton Rouge
7
121.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 55: Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 38B
Toward I 55: Jackson
5
122 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
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I 55 / Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Merge onto I 55 / Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Escatawpa, MS and Oxford, MS, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hattiesburg.
Baton Rouge
73.7 mi in
|
~1h 19m
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via I 12
Hattiesburg
73.7 mi in
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~1h 19m
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via I 12
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 73.4 mi | 1h 18m |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 47.8 mi | 51m |
| Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway | 36.9 mi | 39m |
| MS 584 | 23.5 mi | 41m |
| East Main Street | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Busy Corner Road | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| Van-Norman Road | 2.7 mi | 10m |
| Oxford-Meadville Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 73.4 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Escatawpa, MS and Oxford, MS.
1
Start on this road
15 ft
·
0 sec
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this road
2
Turn slight right onto MS 613
100 ft
·
8 sec
·
MS 613
3
Continue on MS 613
123 ft
·
6 sec
·
MS 613
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
5
Merge onto I 10
73 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 12
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Toward I 12, I 59: Hammond, Baton Rouge, Hattiesburg
7
Continue on I 12
48 mi
·
50 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Exit 267B
Toward I 12: Hammond, Baton Rouge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 38B
Toward I 55: Jackson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 55
37 mi
·
39 min
·
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
11
Turn left
101 ft
·
4 sec
12
Turn left onto MS 584
23 mi
·
41 min
·
MS 584
13
At end of road, turn left onto MS 24; MS 48; MS 569
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
East Main Street
14
Turn right onto Van-Norman Road
2.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Van-Norman Road
15
Turn right onto Busy Corner Road
3.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Busy Corner Road
16
Turn left onto Oxford-Meadville Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Oxford-Meadville Road
17
Arrive at destination
Oxford-Meadville Road
Trip Plan
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 98 miles from Escatawpa, MS, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.4 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 43 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98 miles or 1h 45m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oxford, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Escatawpa, 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 Escatawpa, MS
This is one driving day of about 196.1 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Escatawpa, 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 10 for about 73.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98 mi from Escatawpa, MS · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
98 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 98 miles from Escatawpa, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.4 miles.
Arriving in Oxford, MS
The final approach into Oxford, 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 Oxford, 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
$29.62 one way
$59.23 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $32.51 | $65.02 |
| premium | $4.56 | $35.20 | $70.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.30 | $86.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
13 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Tesla Destination Charger
Kiln, Mississippi
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Biloxi, Mississippi
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Hammond, Louisiana
Blink
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Covington, Louisiana
Tesla
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Mandeville, Louisiana
Other
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Slidell, Louisiana
Other
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Hammond, Louisiana
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Loop Charging Station
Mandeville, Louisiana
Other
1 DCFC
Other: 4
Blink: 3
Tesla Destination: 2
Tesla: 1
Electrify America: 1
EV Connect: 1
ChargePoint: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.59 | $9.41 |
| Efficient EV | 49 | 0 | $17.16 | $7.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78.4 | 0 | $27.45 | $12.55 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Oxford, MS
Afternoon in Oxford on Thursday
Local time
1:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Hammond, LA
98 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
22 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
4h 3m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Escatawpa, MS to Oxford, MS covers 196.1 miles and takes about 4h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, West Florida Republic Parkway, Congressman Jimmy Morrison 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 98 miles from Escatawpa, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.62 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 196.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.7 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.9 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Escatawpa, MS and Oxford, MS, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hattiesburg.
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