Origin
Farmington, MS
Afternoon in Farmington on Friday
Local time
1:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmington, MS to Gulfport, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 46m
Distance
358.1 mi
576 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 34m
★
6 AM
5h 47m
8 AM
6h 13m
10 AM
5h 56m
12 PM
5h 53m
3 PM
5h 57m
5 PM
6h 12m
8 PM
5h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmington, MS
Mark Stebnicki
Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Farmington, MS to Gulfport, MS covers 358.1 miles and takes about 5h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on County Road 200, Proper Street, Cruise Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.08 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
179 miles from Farmington, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 46m. Total distance: 358.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 46m drive with frequent turns across 358.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
County Road 200 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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 46m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Farmington, MS to Gulfport, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road 200 | — | — |
| Proper Street | — | — |
| Cruise Street | — | — |
| North Fillmore Street | — | — |
| South Tate Street | — | — |
| Highway 45 | — | — |
| I 59 South | — | — |
| US 98 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
County Road 200
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington, MS and Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on County Road 217
148 ft
·
12 sec
·
County Road 217
2
Turn left onto County Road 200
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 200
3
Continue on Proper Street
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Proper Street
4
Continue on Cruise Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Cruise Street
5
Turn left onto North Fillmore Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Fillmore Street
6
Turn right onto South Tate Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South Tate Street
7
Turn left
1.9 mi
·
2 min
8
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
9
Continue straight
12 mi
·
14 min
10
Continue straight
43 mi
·
51 min
11
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
1 min
12
Continue straight
2.2 mi
·
2 min
13
Continue straight
1.5 mi
·
1 min
14
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
15
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
1 min
16
Continue on US Highway 45 Alternate
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
17
Continue on US Highway 45 Aiternate
61 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US Highway 45 Aiternate
18
Keep slight right
3.9 mi
·
4 min
19
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
20
Merge slight left
6.3 mi
·
7 min
21
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
2 min
22
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
89 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
23
Take the exit slight right toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
24
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
25
Keep slight left to continue on Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
26
Turn right
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
27
Turn straight
4.5 mi
·
7 min
28
Continue on 25th Avenue
217 ft
·
16 sec
·
25th Avenue
29
Arrive at your destination
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 179 miles from Farmington, MS, or about 2h 53m 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 79 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 179 miles or 2h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 48m
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 Farmington, 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 Farmington, MS
This is one driving day of about 358.1 miles and 5h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Farmington, 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 179 mi from Farmington, MS · 2h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
179 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 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 179 miles from Farmington, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$54.08 one way
$108.16 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
125 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $59.37 | $118.74 |
| premium | $4.56 | $64.27 | $128.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $79.06 | $158.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.4 | 1 | $37.60 | $17.19 |
| Efficient EV | 89.5 | 1 | $31.33 | $14.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 143.2 | 1 | $50.13 | $22.92 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (66% 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
Gulfport, MS
Afternoon in Gulfport on Friday
Local time
1:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Meridian, MS
179 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
7 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
5h 46m 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 Farmington, MS to Gulfport, MS covers 358.1 miles and takes about 5h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are County Road 200, Proper Street, Cruise Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 179 miles from Farmington, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.08 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 is a straightforward 5h 46m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Farmington, MS to Gulfport, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Farmington, MS to Gulfport, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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