Origin
Gulfport, MS
Afternoon in Gulfport on Wednesday
Local time
4:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gulfport, MS to Bay Saint Louis, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
16.4 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
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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Bay Saint Louis, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Bay Saint Louis, MS covers 16.4 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Beach Boulevard, North Beach Boulevard, 25th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on West Beach Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.2 miles from Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 27m drive with frequent turns across 16.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Beach Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 49 / 25th Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 49 / 25th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 90 / West Beach Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles (North Beach Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 49 / 25th Avenue
Continue onto US 49 / 25th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 90 / West Beach Boulevard
Turn right onto US 90 / West Beach Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
North Beach Boulevard
Turn left onto North Beach Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
16 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
South 2nd Street
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Beach Boulevard | 15.2 mi | 24m |
| North Beach Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 25th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Beach Boulevard
— 15.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Bay Saint Louis, MS.
1
Start on US 49
277 ft
·
14 sec
·
25th Avenue
2
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
25th Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 90
15 mi
·
24 min
·
West Beach Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto North Beach Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Beach Boulevard
5
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
6
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South 2nd Street
7
Arrive at destination
South 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.2 miles from Gulfport, MS, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 16 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.2 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bay Saint Louis, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Gulfport, MS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gulfport, MS
This is one driving day of about 16.4 miles and 27m.
At 16.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on West Beach Boulevard for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.2 mi from Gulfport, MS · 13m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bay Saint Louis, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bay Saint Louis, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.48 one way
$4.95 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.94 | $5.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Bay Saint Louis, MS
Afternoon in Bay Saint Louis on Wednesday
Local time
4:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°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
28 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
27m 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 Bay Saint Louis, MS covers 16.4 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Beach Boulevard, North Beach Boulevard, 25th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.2 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 $2.48 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.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 49 / 25th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 90 / West Beach Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles (North Beach Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Gulfport, MS to Bay Saint Louis, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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