Origin
Magnolia, MS
Afternoon in Magnolia on Thursday
Local time
2:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Magnolia, MS to Gulfport, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
139.9 mi
225 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Magnolia, MS
Christina & Peter
Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Magnolia, MS to Gulfport, MS covers 139.9 miles and takes about 2h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55, Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.2 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.13 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70 miles from Magnolia, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 139.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 35m highway drive covering 139.9 miles, with most of the trip on West Florida Republic Parkway and I 55. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.2 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Florida Republic Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 48.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and I 55. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 48 / East Bay Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 35m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 48 / East Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 51 / South Clark Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 47.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 48 / East Bay Street
Turn left onto MS 48 / East Bay Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 51 / South Clark Avenue
Turn left onto US 51 / South Clark Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
47.5 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 12 East: Slidell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 29A
Toward I 12 East: Slidell
5
47.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
135.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 48.2 mi | 51m |
| I 55 | 44.2 mi | 47m |
| Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway | 39.3 mi | 42m |
| US 49 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| South Clark Avenue | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| MS 568 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Bay Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 25th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 48.2 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Magnolia, MS and Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on West Railroad Avenue North
79 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Railroad Avenue North
2
Turn left onto MS 48
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Bay Street
3
Turn left onto US 51
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Clark Avenue
4
Turn right onto MS 568
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
MS 568
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
6
Merge onto I 55
44 mi
·
47 min
·
I 55
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 29A
Toward I 12 East: Slidell
8
Merge onto I 12
47 mi
·
50 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 12
0.7 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Exit 85C
Toward I 10: Bay Saint Louis
10
Merge onto I 10
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
12
Turn straight onto US 49
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 49
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 49
215 ft
·
16 sec
·
25th Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
US 49
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70 miles from Magnolia, MS, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.2 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 31 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gulfport, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Magnolia, 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.
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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 Magnolia, MS
This is one driving day of about 139.9 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Magnolia, 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 West Florida Republic Parkway for about 48.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70 mi from Magnolia, MS · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70 miles from Magnolia, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gulfport, MS
The final approach into Gulfport, 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 Gulfport, 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
$21.13 one way
$42.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $23.19 | $46.39 |
| premium | $4.56 | $25.11 | $50.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.89 | $61.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42 | 0 | $14.69 | $6.72 |
| Efficient EV | 35 | 0 | $12.24 | $5.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56 | 0 | $19.59 | $8.95 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Gulfport, MS
Afternoon in Gulfport on Thursday
Local time
2:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
4 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
2h 35m 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 Magnolia, MS to Gulfport, MS covers 139.9 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55, Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70 miles from Magnolia, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.13 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 35m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 48 / East Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 51 / South Clark Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 47.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Magnolia, MS to Gulfport, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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