Traveling from Biloxi to Crystal Springs covers 173 miles across the state of Mississippi, typically taking about 3 hours and 40 minutes behind the wheel. This highway-focused route is designed for a single day of travel, making it an efficient choice if you want to reach your destination without an overnight split. Budgeting approximately $26 for fuel should cover your needs for the journey. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent southern landscape throughout the trip. Whether you are heading inland for business or leisure, this drive offers a straightforward connection between the coast and the interior of the state.
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
86.5 miles from Biloxi, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 49
74.6 mi
1h 32m
US 84
34.1 mi
39m
MS 27
34.1 mi
46m
MS 15
20.7 mi
24m
I 110
3.1 mi
4m
Main Street
2.2 mi
4m
Lee Avenue
2.2 mi
3m
Division Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 74.6 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biloxi, MS and Crystal Springs, MS.
1
Start on Howard Avenue
91 ft·6 sec·Howard Avenue
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
3
Turn left onto Division Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Division Street
4
Take the ramp onto Bohn Street
139 ft·3 sec·Bohn Street
5
Turn straight
0.3 mi·37 sec
6
Merge onto I 110
3.1 mi·4 min·I 110
7
Continue on MS 15; MS 67
21 mi·24 min·MS 15; MS 67
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
9
Merge onto US 49
40 mi·46 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 49
2.4 mi·2 min·US 49
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 49
10 mi·16 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 49; MS 42
5.4 mi·6 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 49
5.3 mi·6 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 49
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 49
4.2 mi·4 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 49
7.1 mi·8 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
18
Turn left
72 ft·2 sec
19
Turn left onto MS 184
1.8 mi·2 min·Main Street
20
Turn left onto US 84
10 mi·12 min·US 84
21
Continue on US 84
24 mi·27 min·US 84
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward MS 27: Monticello, Georgetown
23
Turn right onto MS 27
34 mi·46 min·MS 27
24
Enter roundabout onto Lee Avenue
278 ft·4 sec·Lee Avenue
25
Continue on Lee Avenue
2.2 mi·3 min·Lee Avenue
26
Turn left onto North Jackson Street
0.1 mi·12 sec·North Jackson Street
27
Turn right onto East Georgetown Street
218 ft·6 sec·East Georgetown Street
28
Arrive at destination
East Georgetown Street
Trip Plan
To keep your 3 hour and 40 minute drive manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that best fits your schedule while avoiding peak traffic hours. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 74.6-mile stretch on US 49 to ensure you aren't caught searching for a station in a remote area. By pacing yourself and utilizing the single planned stop effectively, you can arrive in Crystal Springs feeling energized rather than drained. Always double-check your route transitions between US 49, US 84, and MS 27 before you pull out of Biloxi.
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 86.5 miles from Biloxi, MS, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 38 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.5 miles or 1h 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 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crystal Springs, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Biloxi, 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 Biloxi, MS
This is one driving day of about 173 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Biloxi, 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 US 49 for about 74.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 136.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1 mi into trip|~3m in|Bohn Street
Take the ramp onto Bohn Street
Navigation decision point
6
25.1 mi into trip|~32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
5
25.5 mi into trip|~33m in|US 49
Merge onto US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
100.1 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
5
136.3 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward MS 27: Monticello, Georgetown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 27: Monticello, Georgetown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.13 one way
$52.25 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$28.68
$57.36
premium
$4.56
$31.05
$62.10
diesel
$5.61
$38.20
$76.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.9
0
$18.17
$8.30
Efficient EV
43.3
0
$15.14
$6.92
EV Truck/SUV
69.2
0
$24.22
$11.07
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 11, 2026
Origin
Biloxi, MS
Night
in Biloxi on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
S 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Crystal Springs, MS
Night
in Crystal Springs on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Sumrall, MS
87 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 40m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
25 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 167
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You can expect a highly efficient journey, as 96% of this 173-mile trip takes place on highways. The route relies primarily on US 49, US 84, and MS 27 to navigate you toward your destination. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, with a 74.6-mile segment on US 49 that requires steady focus. While the road stays fast-paced and highway-oriented for the vast majority of the time, the transition between these specific routes keeps the drive feeling direct and purposeful. Prepare for a consistent, straightforward experience that prioritizes speed and reliability over winding, local backroads.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.6 mi on US 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and US 84. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Bohn Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 173 miles you will encounter 14 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 1 miles (Bohn Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
463 ft20 ft
Total Climb
950 ft
Total Descent
507 ft
Highest Point
463 ft
~173 mi in
Elevation Range
443 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Biloxi, MS and Crystal Springs, MS, road signs point toward Jackson and Georgetown.
Jackson
25.1 mi in|~32m
Georgetown
136.3 mi in|~2h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 173 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.6 miles on US 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Crystal Springs, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Bohn Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Crystal Springs, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
