Pascagoula, MS Road Trips
With 2 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Pascagoula, MS works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 340 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Pascagoula, MS head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
382.1 mi
Horn Lake, MS
Quickest Drive
4h 1m
Clinton, MS
Plan Around Pascagoula, MS
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Pascagoula, MS is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Pascagoula, MS
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Pascagoula, MS
Driving from Pascagoula, MS
The typical drive from Pascagoula, MS covers about 340 miles and takes around 6h 48m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 377 miles (7h 20m), while the shortest is just 302 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Pascagoula, MS include Southaven, MS (377.3 mi, 7h 20m) and City of Greenville, MS (302.3 mi, 6h 17m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MS currently averages around $3.65 per gallon. For the typical 340-mile trip from Pascagoula, MS, budget about $49 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Pascagoula, MS and 3 routes heading into Pascagoula, MS, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 302 to 377 miles.
The longest mapped route from Pascagoula, MS covers 377 miles and takes approximately 7h 20m. Shorter options start at just 302 miles.
The average route from Pascagoula, MS runs about 340 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 48m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.65/gallon for regular), the average 340-mile trip from Pascagoula, MS costs roughly $49 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Pascagoula, MS include Southaven, MS and City of Greenville, MS. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Pascagoula, MS by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
21,812
Median Income
$43,286
Median Home Value
$132,500
Median Age
34.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Pascagoula, MS at a Glance
Founded
1718
Elevation
10 ft
Area
9 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Pascagoula, MS
A sampling of people born in Pascagoula, MS.
Jimmy Buffett
1946–2023
American singer-songwriter (1946–2023)
Tony Dees
1963
athletics competitor
Erica Ellyson
1984
Penthouse Pet of the Month for January 2007 and Pet of the Year for 2008
Melvin Booker
1972
American basketball player
Mike Ezell
1959
American politician (born 1959)
Jimmy "Orion" Ellis
1945–1998
American singer (1945–1998)
Antonio Harvey
1970
American basketball player
Sarah Thomas
1973
American football official (born 1973)
Litterial Green
1970
American basketball player
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Pascagoula, MS.
Old Spanish Fort
historic house in Mississippi, United States
Old Pascagoula High School
high school in Mississippi, United States
Pascagoula station
train station in Pascagoula, Mississippi, USA serving Amtrak
Pascagoula Central Fire Station No. 1
City data from Wikidata (Q913225), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Pascagoula, MS
Pascagoula is on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, on the east side of the Pascagoula River. Besides beaches, it is the site of considerable industry with the Ingalls Shipbuilding Company and other operations. Hurricane Katrina's forces were so strong here in 2005 that they even damaged US Navy ships. Jimmy Buffett and Channing Tatum spent at least part of their childhood here.
1 Old Spanish Fort (La Pointe Krebs Museum), 4602 Fort St, ☏ +1 228 471-5126. M-Sa 10AM-5PM, Su Noon-5PM. Said to be the oldest structure in the Mississippi Valley, built in the 1750s. (updated Dec 2021) 2 Round Island Lighthouse. A fairly prominent landmark, even if it isn't by the water. (updated Dec 2021) 3 Jimmy Buffett’s Childhood Home, 1305 Roosevelt St. For Jimmy Buffett fans. (updated Dec 2021)
1 Pascagoula Beach Park, 600 City Park St, ☏ +1 228 762-1020. Daily 7AM-9PM. City beach with pier. (updated Dec 2021)
1 Bozo's Seafood Market, 2012 Ingalls Ave, ☏ +1 228 762-3322. Daily 8AM-8PM. A very laid-back seafood purveyor that doesn't disappoint with shrimp baskets and crawfish and the like. (updated Dec 2021)
1 Grand Magnolia Ballroom & Suites, 3604 Magnolia St, ☏ +1 228 696-1894. Boutique place. (updated Dec 2021)
Travel tips adapted from Pascagoula (Mississippi) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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