Origin
Gulfport, MS
Evening in Gulfport on Sunday
Local time
8:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gulfport, MS to Belzoni, MS
Drive Time
4h 45m
Distance
229.3 mi
369 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 32m
★
6 AM
4h 46m
8 AM
5h 13m
10 AM
4h 55m
12 PM
4h 52m
3 PM
4h 56m
5 PM
5h 11m
8 PM
4h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gulfport, MS
Kei Scampa
Belzoni, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
Traveling from Gulfport to Belzoni takes you on a 229.3-mile journey across Mississippi, covering the trek in approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 49, 25th Avenue, and Medgar Evers Boulevard to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of about $35, it is an accessible trip for a weekend getaway or a necessary commute. Since both cities are located within the Southeast, the drive offers a consistent regional feel as you transition from the coast to the interior of the state.
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
114.6 miles from Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged as you transition between urban navigation and open road travel. Highway travel accounts for 56% of your total distance, providing a steady rhythm for the majority of the trip. You will encounter a significant 100.8-mile stretch on US 49, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your drive. The road’s personality shifts from the local infrastructure of 25th Avenue and Medgar Evers Boulevard to the more expansive feel of the highway system. Prepare for a varied experience behind the wheel, as the route balances efficient transit sections with the practical realities of navigating through the state.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 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 100.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 153.7 miles in near US 49.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 229.3 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 153.7 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 154.4 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 157.1 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
153.7 mi into trip
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~3h 11m in
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US 49
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49 toward Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Jackson
4
154.4 mi into trip
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~3h 13m in
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US 49
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
157.1 mi into trip
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~3h 16m in
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I 20; US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49 toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo...
5
159.8 mi into trip
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~3h 19m in
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US 49
Take the exit onto US 49 toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson,...
5
204.8 mi into trip
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~4h 15m in
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US 49W
Take the exit onto US 49W toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vic...
Towns Along This Route
Between Gulfport, MS and Belzoni, MS, road signs point toward Jackson, Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
Jackson
153.7 mi in
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~3h 11m
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via US 49
Yazoo City
157.1 mi in
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~3h 16m
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via I 20; US 49
Vicksburg
204.8 mi in
|
~4h 15m
|
via US 49W
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 100.8 mi | 2h 6m |
| 25th Avenue | 60.1 mi | 1h 14m |
| Medgar Evers Boulevard | 39.5 mi | 48m |
| US 49W | 24 mi | 29m |
| I 20 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| 1st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 100.8 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Belzoni, MS.
1
Start on US 49
60 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
25th Avenue
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on US 49
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 49
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn straight onto US 49
10 mi
·
16 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 49; MS 42
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 49
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 49
66 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto US 49
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 49
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49
Toward Jackson
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49
12
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 20; I 55; US 49
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 20; US 49
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
14
Take the exit onto US 49
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
15
Take the exit onto US 49
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 49
Toward US 49 North: Yazoo City
16
Merge onto US 49
39 mi
·
48 min
·
Medgar Evers Boulevard
17
Take the exit onto US 49W
24 mi
·
29 min
·
US 49W
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
18
Turn right onto MS 7
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
1st Street
19
Turn left onto MS 7
221 ft
·
4 sec
·
Martin Luther King Drive
20
Arrive at destination
MS 7
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 45-minute travel time, plan to depart early in the morning to beat potential traffic congestion on the busier segments of your route. Since the itinerary includes one planned stop, use that break strategically to stretch your legs and refresh before tackling the remaining miles. Keep your fuel gauge in mind, as the $35 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and current gas prices. Because this is a straightforward drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace throughout the day without the pressure of a tight schedule. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert for transitions between highway speeds and local road limits as you navigate the segments involving Medgar Evers Boulevard.
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 114.6 miles from Gulfport, MS, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.8 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.6 miles or 2h 23m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belzoni, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gulfport, 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.
+
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 Gulfport, MS
This is one driving day of about 229.3 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gulfport, 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 100.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.6 mi from Gulfport, MS · 2h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 114.6 miles from Gulfport, 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 100.8 miles.
Arriving in Belzoni, MS
The final approach into Belzoni, 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 Belzoni, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.05 one way
$70.11 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $38.45 | $76.90 |
| premium | $4.61 | $41.62 | $83.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.94 | $101.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.8 | 0 | $24.08 | $11.01 |
| Efficient EV | 57.3 | 0 | $20.06 | $9.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.7 | 1 | $32.10 | $14.68 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Belzoni, MS
Evening in Belzoni on Sunday
Local time
8:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
6 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
4h 45m 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 Gulfport, MS to Belzoni, MS covers 229.3 miles and takes about 4h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, 25th Avenue, Medgar Evers Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.6 miles from Gulfport, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.05 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 demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 229.3 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 153.7 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 154.4 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 157.1 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Gulfport, MS and Belzoni, MS, road signs point toward Jackson, Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
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