Origin
Gulfport, MS
Morning in Gulfport on Saturday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gulfport, MS to Hattiesburg, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
68.8 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 68.8-mile drive from Gulfport to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 29 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via 25th Avenue and US 49, with a small portion on Edwards Street. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, this route offers a budget-friendly excursion within the Southeast region. The road type suggests a more turn-heavy local experience rather than a high-speed highway cruise. Given its short distance and minimal stops recommended, it’s a convenient option for a quick transition between these two Mississippi cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 68.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 68.8-mile journey. While the highway share is only 7%, much of the route, including the longest stretch of 60.1 miles on 25th Avenue, will likely feel like navigating through local streets and connecting roads. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; instead, anticipate a more engaging driving experience with frequent turns and changes in scenery as you move through communities. The character of the road will evolve, shifting from urban or suburban settings to potentially more open stretches before reaching Hattiesburg.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
25th Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 60.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 65 miles in near Edwards Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is easy. At 1h 29m with 7% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 65 miles (Edwards Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.7 miles (James Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.8 miles (Bay Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
Edwards Street
Turn right onto Edwards Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
67.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
James Street
At end of road, turn left onto James Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
Bay Street
Enter roundabout onto Bay Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
68.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
Buschman Street
Turn right onto Buschman Street
Navigation decision point
5
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
Mobile Street
Turn left onto Mobile Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 25th Avenue | 60.1 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 49 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Edwards Street | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Bay Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Mobile Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Buschman Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| James Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
25th Avenue
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
1
Start on US 49
60 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
25th Avenue
Use the straight 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
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 49
4
Turn right onto Edwards Street
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Edwards Street
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto James Street
465 ft
·
11 sec
·
James Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto Bay Street
106 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bay Street
7
Continue on Bay Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Street
8
Turn right onto Buschman Street
512 ft
·
15 sec
·
Buschman Street
9
Turn left onto Mobile Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Mobile Street
10
Turn left onto US 11
422 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Pine Street
11
Arrive at destination
US 11
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.4 mi from Gulfport, MS · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 25th Avenue if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.1 miles.
Arriving in Hattiesburg, MS
The final approach into Hattiesburg, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.39 one way
$20.78 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.41 | $22.81 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.35 | $24.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.19 | $30.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Hattiesburg, MS
Morning in Hattiesburg on Saturday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
1h 29m 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 Gulfport, MS to Hattiesburg, MS covers 68.8 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 25th Avenue, US 49, Edwards Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.4 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 $10.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is easy. At 1h 29m with 7% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 65 miles (Edwards Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.7 miles (James Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.8 miles (Bay Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Gulfport, MS to Hattiesburg, 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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