Origin
Oxford, MS
Morning in Oxford on Monday
Local time
6:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, MS to Gulf Park Estates, MS
Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
186.3 mi
300 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 46m
★
6 AM
3h 59m
8 AM
4h 25m
10 AM
4h 8m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 9m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, MS
Shaun Iwasawa
Gulf Park Estates, MS
Eddie O.
Trip Overview
The drive from Oxford, MS to Gulf Park Estates, MS covers 186.3 miles and takes about 3h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway, West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55 miles on Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.48 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93.1 miles from Oxford, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 59m highway drive covering 186.3 miles, with most of the trip on Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway and West Florida Republic Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 55 miles on Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 55 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway and West Florida Republic Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 74.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 59m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 74.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 74.5 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
74.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m 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
74.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m 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
177.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
184.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 55m in
|
Hanshaw Road
Turn right onto Hanshaw Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
186 mi into trip
|
~3h 57m in
|
Beachview Drive
Turn left onto Beachview Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway | 55 mi | 58m |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 48.2 mi | 51m |
| I 55 | 37.2 mi | 39m |
| Osyka Road | 23 mi | 40m |
| MS 24 | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Bienville Boulevard | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Busy Corner Road | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| Washington Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway
— 55 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, MS and Gulf Park Estates, MS.
1
Start on Oxford-Meadville Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Oxford-Meadville Road
2
Turn right onto Busy Corner Road
3.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Busy Corner Road
3
Turn left onto Van-Norman Road
2.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Van-Norman Road
4
Turn left onto MS 24
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
MS 24
5
Turn right onto MS 584
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Gillsburg Rd Avenue
6
Continue on MS 584
23 mi
·
40 min
·
Osyka Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
8
Merge onto I 55
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 55
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 29A
Toward I 12 East: Slidell
10
Merge onto I 12
47 mi
·
50 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 12
0.7 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Exit 85C
Toward I 10: Bay Saint Louis
12
Merge onto I 10
55 mi
·
58 min
·
Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward MS 609: Ocean Springs
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
15
Turn straight onto MS 609
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Avenue
16
Turn left onto US 90
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Bienville Boulevard
17
Turn right onto Hanshaw Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hanshaw Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto Old Spanish Trail
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Old Spanish Trail
19
Turn left onto Beachview Drive
498 ft
·
15 sec
·
Beachview Drive
20
Turn right onto Palmetto Drive
346 ft
·
20 sec
·
Palmetto Drive
21
Turn left onto North 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North 6th Street
22
Arrive at destination
North 6th Street
Trip Plan
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 93.1 miles from Oxford, MS, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.1 miles or 2h 12m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gulf Park Estates, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Oxford, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Oxford, MS
This is one driving day of about 186.3 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oxford, 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 Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway for about 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.1 mi from Oxford, MS · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.1 miles from Oxford, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gulf Park Estates, MS
The final approach into Gulf Park Estates, 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 Gulf Park Estates, 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
$28.48 one way
$56.96 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $31.24 | $62.48 |
| premium | $4.61 | $33.81 | $67.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.39 | $82.78 |
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: 65.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.9 | 0 | $19.56 | $8.94 |
| Efficient EV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.30 | $7.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.5 | 0 | $26.08 | $11.92 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Gulf Park Estates, MS
Morning in Gulf Park Estates on Monday
Local time
6:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
2 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
3h 59m 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 Oxford, MS to Gulf Park Estates, MS covers 186.3 miles and takes about 3h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway, West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.1 miles from Oxford, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.48 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 59m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 74.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 74.5 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Oxford, MS to Gulf Park Estates, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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