Trip from Gulfport, MS to Carthage, MS

Drive Time

4h 12m

Distance

218.5 mi

352 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

4h 0m ★

6 AM

4h 13m

8 AM

4h 39m

10 AM

4h 22m

12 PM

4h 19m

3 PM

4h 23m

5 PM

4h 38m

8 PM

4h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Gulfport, MS

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Carthage, MS

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Gulfport to Carthage covers 218.5 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 12 minutes of drive time. Because this route is a highway-focused journey through the Southeast, it is perfectly manageable as a straightforward day trip. You can expect to spend approximately $33 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. Since the entire drive stays within Mississippi, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the coast to the central part of the state. It is an efficient path that avoids the need for an overnight split, allowing you to reach your destination with ease.

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

109.3 miles from Gulfport, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 70% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time navigating via the Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, the West Florida Republic Parkway, and I-10. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 56.4-mile segment on the Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, which offers a steady pace for long-distance driving. While the profile is primarily highway-focused, the character of the road remains functional and direct. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel as you move through these primary corridors.

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.

Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 56.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway and West Florida Republic Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 10.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 218.5 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 4.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.6 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.9 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4.8 mi into trip | ~8m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

44.6 mi into trip | ~51m in | 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...

44.9 mi into trip | ~51m in | 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 none lane. Exit 267B Toward I 12: Hammond, Baton Rouge

92.4 mi into trip | ~1h 42m 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

92.9 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in | 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.

Towns Along This Route

Between Gulfport, MS and Carthage, MS, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hattiesburg.

Baton Rouge

44.6 mi in | ~51m | via I 12

Hattiesburg

44.6 mi in | ~51m | via I 12

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway	56.4 mi	1h
West Florida Republic Parkway	47.8 mi	51m
I 10	39.8 mi	42m
US 84	34.7 mi	40m
US 98	30.1 mi	34m
25th Avenue	4.6 mi	7m
Carthage Point Road	2.3 mi	8m
Highland Boulevard	1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway — 56.4 mi, about 1h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Carthage, MS.

Start on US 49

4.6 mi · 7 min · 25th Avenue

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Toward I 10 West: New Orleans

Merge onto I 10

40 mi · 42 min · I 10

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

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

Continue on I 12

48 mi · 50 min · West Florida Republic Parkway

Exit 267B Toward I 12: Hammond, Baton Rouge Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec

Exit 38B Toward I 55: Jackson Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 55

56 mi · 1 hr · Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 98

29 mi · 33 min · US 98

At end of road, turn left onto US 98; MS 184

0.8 mi · 53 sec · US 98; MS 184

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Merge onto US 84

28 mi · 32 min · US 84

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

6.5 mi · 7 min · US 84

Turn right onto Highland Boulevard

1.0 mi · 2 min · Highland Boulevard

Turn left onto Lower Woodville Road

0.8 mi · 2 min · Lower Woodville Road

Continue on Carthage Point Road

2.3 mi · 8 min · Carthage Point Road

Turn slight right

45 ft · 1 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To keep your 4-hour and 12-minute journey smooth, plan for at least one scheduled stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since you are looking at a $33 fuel cost, topping off your tank before departing Gulfport ensures you won't need to hunt for gas stations during the more remote highway segments. Aim to depart early in the morning to navigate the highway portions before peak traffic hours set in. Flexibility is your greatest advantage on a drive of this length, so feel free to adjust your pace based on the flow of traffic. Given the 56.4-mile stretch on the Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, ensure your vehicle is prepared for an extended period of consistent highway speeds.

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 109.3 miles from Gulfport, MS, or about 2h into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 109.3 miles or 2h 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 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carthage, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Gulfport, 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 Gulfport, MS

This is one driving day of about 218.5 miles and 4h 12m.

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 Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway for about 56.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 109.3 mi from Gulfport, MS · 2h into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Central, LA

109 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

Laplace, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Central, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 109.3 miles from Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Carthage, MS

The final approach into Carthage, 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 Carthage, 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

$33.40 one way

$66.81 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$36.64	$73.27
premium	$4.61	$39.66	$79.31
diesel	$5.64	$48.54	$97.09

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	65.6	0	$22.94	$10.49
Efficient EV	54.6	0	$19.12	$8.74
EV Truck/SUV	87.4	1	$30.59	$13.98

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

26 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Gulfport, MS

Evening in Gulfport on Sunday

Local time

8:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Carthage, MS

Evening in Carthage on Sunday

Local time

8:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

84°F

Central, LA

109 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

2 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 12m 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 Carthage, MS covers 218.5 miles and takes about 4h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, West Florida Republic Parkway, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 109.3 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 $33.40 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.

Between Gulfport, MS and Carthage, MS, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hattiesburg.

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Trip from Gulfport, MS to Carthage, MS

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Carthage, MS

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Gulfport, MS

Carthage, MS

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 12m on the road

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