Origin
Gulfport, MS
Afternoon in Gulfport on Friday
Local time
12:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Gulfport, MS to Lynchburg, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 6m
Distance
183.5 mi
295 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 53m
★
6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 13m
3 PM
4h 16m
5 PM
4h 31m
8 PM
3h 58m
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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Lynchburg, MS
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Trip Overview
Gulfport, MS to Lynchburg, MS is 183.5 miles and takes about 4 hours 6 minutes via US 49 and I-20, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically Mississippi, making it a straightforward trip. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, meaning you'll likely cover ground efficiently. With a recommended one-day trip, you can expect a practical route that gets you from point A to point B without too many detours. Consider this for a quick hop across 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
91.7 miles from Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 183.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 62% of the journey on major roads like US 49 and I-20. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 95.3 miles on US 49, offering a significant period of consistent travel. Expect a mix of interstate speeds and potentially some local road navigation as you transition between highways. The overall feel is one of steady progress, designed for efficient transit rather than leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 95.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and 25th Avenue. 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.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 183.5 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 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 14 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
|
~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...
4
173.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m in
Take the exit toward Bolton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Bolton
5
173.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gulfport, MS and Lynchburg, MS, road signs point toward Jackson, Yazoo City and Bolton.
Jackson
153.7 mi in
|
~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
Bolton
173.6 mi in
|
~3h 35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 95.3 mi | 2h |
| 25th Avenue | 60.1 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 20 | 18.2 mi | 21m |
| Farr Road | 3.6 mi | 13m |
| North Frontage Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| South Farr Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Queens Hill Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| I-20 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 95.3 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Lynchburg, 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
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
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 20; US 49
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Bolton
15
Keep slight right at fork
247 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn straight onto Bolton Brownsville Road
233 ft
·
11 sec
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Bolton Brownsville Road
17
Turn left onto I-20
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I-20
18
Continue on North Frontage Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
North Frontage Road
19
Turn right onto South Farr Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Farr Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto Queens Hill Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Queens Hill Road
21
Turn left onto MS 22
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
MS 22
22
Turn right onto Farr Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Farr Road
23
Continue on Farr Road
1.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Farr Road
24
Continue on Farr Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Farr Road
25
Turn right onto Martin Road
131 ft
·
5 sec
·
Martin Road
26
Arrive at destination
Martin Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour drive duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unforeseen delays. The longest stretch of 95.3 miles on US 49 means you can plan for a longer period between potential fuel stops, but it's always wise to top off your tank before embarking. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $28, this is an economical and manageable drive.
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 91.7 miles from Gulfport, MS, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.3 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 40 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.7 miles or 1h 55m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynchburg, 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 183.5 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 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 95.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.7 mi from Gulfport, MS · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.7 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 95.3 miles.
Arriving in Lynchburg, MS
The final approach into Lynchburg, 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 Lynchburg, 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
$27.71 one way
$55.43 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.42 | $60.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $32.94 | $65.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.51 | $81.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.1 | 0 | $19.27 | $8.81 |
| Efficient EV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.06 | $7.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.4 | 0 | $25.69 | $11.74 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Lynchburg, MS
Afternoon in Lynchburg on Friday
Local time
12:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Sumrall, MS
92 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
1 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 6m 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 Lynchburg, MS covers 183.5 miles and takes about 4h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, 25th Avenue, I 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.7 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 $27.71 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 14 significant decision points across 183.5 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.
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 Lynchburg, MS, road signs point toward Jackson, Yazoo City and Bolton.
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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