Origin
Arnold Line, MS
Late night in Arnold Line on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
79.1 mi
127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arnold Line, MS
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Biloxi, MS
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Arnold Line, MS to Biloxi, MS is 79.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m via US 49 and Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, traversing the Southeast region. Expect a highway-focused drive that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. With a short duration and minimal stops recommended, it's a straightforward journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.6 miles from Arnold Line, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 41.9 mi | 49m |
| Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway | 20.5 mi | 24m |
| US 98 | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| I 110 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| West 4th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Westover Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Division Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Arnold Line, MS and Biloxi, MS.
Start on Brand Lane
Turn left onto West 4th Street
Turn right onto Westover Drive
Turn left onto US 98
Take the exit onto US 98
Take the exit onto US 98
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto US 49
Take the exit
Continue on MS 67
Continue on I 110
Take the exit
Turn left onto Division Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given the short drive of just under 2 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your daylight hours in Biloxi. While the drive is only 79.1 miles, it's always wise to keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated cost is around $12. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can push through if time is of the essence, or take a brief break if needed.
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.
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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.6 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Biloxi, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Arnold Line, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arnold Line, MS
This is one driving day of about 79.1 miles and 1h 39m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from Arnold Line, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 11.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto US 98 toward South I 59, East US 98: New Orleans, Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 98 toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 49
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$11.95 one way
$23.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.20 | $28.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.46 | $34.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.31 | $3.80 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.07 | $5.06 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Arnold Line on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Biloxi on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 41.9 miles on US 49, offering a consistent pace. The journey primarily utilizes US 49, the Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway, and US 98, indicating a predominantly high-speed driving experience. Expect smooth sailing for most of the 1 hour and 39 minutes, making it an uncomplicated drive.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near US 98.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arnold Line, MS and Biloxi, MS, road signs point toward Mobile, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast, Multi Purpose Center and Hattiesburg.
Mobile
Gulfport
Mississippi Gulf Coast
Multi Purpose Center
Hattiesburg
Biloxi is a city in Harrison County, on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. It's well known for its beaches and nine casinos. It is also home to the "Jefferson Davis Presidential Library and Museum", which serves as a museum of the Confederacy.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 79.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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