Origin
Sardis, MS
Night in Sardis on Wednesday
Local time
9:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sardis, MS to Biloxi, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
163.2 mi
263 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
★
6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sardis, MS
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Biloxi, MS
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Sardis to Biloxi covers 163.2 miles across Mississippi, taking approximately 3 hours and 41 minutes of driving time. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused route, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to budget around $25 for fuel to complete the journey from the northern part of the state down to the Gulf Coast. Whether you are heading to the shore for a quick getaway or a business trip, the route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure. It is a practical drive that connects the inland Southeast region to the coastal charm of the Gulf, allowing you to reach your destination in just under four hours.
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
81.6 miles from Sardis, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by its highway-heavy nature, with 85% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will navigate primarily via US 49 and US 84 before transitioning onto the Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway as you near the coast. The longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 65 miles on US 49, requiring you to stay focused during these extended periods of highway driving. As the terrain shifts from the interior landscape toward the coast, the road maintains a consistent, fast-paced rhythm. This is a purposeful drive that prioritizes steady progress over technical curves or local winding roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
King Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
415 ft
20 ft
Total Climb
537 ft
Total Descent
891 ft
Highest Point
415 ft
~47.6 mi in
Elevation Range
394 ft
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sardis, MS to Biloxi, MS is easy. At 3h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sardis, MS to Biloxi, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| King Road | — | — |
| Bobby Kennedy Road | — | — |
| Mildred Little Road | — | — |
| US 84 East | — | — |
| US 49 South | — | — |
| I 59 South | — | — |
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | — | — |
| US 98 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
King Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sardis, MS and Biloxi, MS.
1
Start on Monticello Road
5.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Monticello Road
2
Continue on King Road
5.9 mi
·
15 min
·
King Road
3
Continue on Bobby Kennedy Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Bobby Kennedy Road
4
Turn right onto Mildred Little Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Mildred Little Road
5
At the end of the road, turn right
11 mi
·
15 min
6
Take the ramp left toward US 84 East
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
US 84 East
7
Merge slight left
3.6 mi
·
4 min
8
Continue straight
20 mi
·
23 min
9
Continue straight
10 mi
·
12 min
10
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
11
Turn straight
1.4 mi
·
2 min
12
Take the ramp slight right toward US 49 South: Hattiesburg
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 49 South: Hattiesburg
13
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
26 min
14
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
15
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
17
Merge slight left onto Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
18
Take the exit slight right toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
20
Keep slight left to continue on Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
21
Turn right
42 mi
·
49 min
22
Take the exit slight right toward MS 67 South: D'Iberville, Biloxi
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 67 South: D'Iberville, Biloxi
23
Continue on Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
24
Continue straight
3.2 mi
·
4 min
25
Take the exit slight right toward Division Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Division Street
26
Turn left onto Division Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Division Street
27
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
28
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
92 ft
·
3 sec
·
Howard Avenue
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 41 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time to avoid peak traffic. Since the trip is relatively short, you only need to account for one planned stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep your $25 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as prices can fluctuate significantly between inland rural areas and the coastal region. Because the route relies so heavily on US 49, check for any roadwork or congestion alerts on that specific stretch before you pull out of your driveway in Sardis. By keeping your pace steady and limiting your stops, you can comfortably reach Biloxi in a single, stress-free haul.
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 81.6 miles from Sardis, MS, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
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 36 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.6 miles or 1h 50m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Biloxi, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sardis, 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 Sardis, MS
This is one driving day of about 163.2 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Sardis, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.6 mi from Sardis, MS · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.6 miles from Sardis, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Biloxi, MS
The final approach into Biloxi, 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 Biloxi, 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
$24.65 one way
$49.29 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $27.06 | $54.11 |
| premium | $4.56 | $29.29 | $58.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.03 | $72.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49 | 0 | $17.14 | $7.83 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.28 | $6.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.85 | $10.44 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Biloxi, MS
Night in Biloxi on Wednesday
Local time
9:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
S 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
62°F
Sumrall, MS
82 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
27 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 41m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Sardis, MS to Biloxi, MS covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are King Road, Bobby Kennedy Road, Mildred Little Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.6 miles from Sardis, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.65 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.
The drive from Sardis, MS to Biloxi, MS is easy. At 3h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sardis, MS to Biloxi, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sardis, MS to Biloxi, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 20 ft to 415 ft elevation with about 537 ft of total climbing.
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