City of Greenville, MS to Gulf Park Estates, MS is 291.1 miles and takes about 6h 2m via Highway 49 South, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, moving from the Delta region down towards the coast. It's a straightforward, mostly highway trip designed for a single day of travel. Given the relatively short duration and clear route, it’s a convenient option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
145.6 miles from City of Greenville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Highway 49 South
80.3 mi
1h 37m
US 49
53.4 mi
1h 4m
North Martin Luther King Drive
46.2 mi
55m
Jerry Clower Boulevard
38.8 mi
47m
Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20.5 mi
24m
US 82
15.8 mi
19m
MS 182
8.3 mi
12m
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
7.7 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Highway 49 South
— 80.3 mi, about 1h 37m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 28 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~3,273 veh/hr typical
· worst 5,355
Quietest
2 AM
~278 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 103 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Greenville, MS and Gulf Park Estates, MS.
1
Start on Sandy Avenue
46 ft·3 sec·Sandy Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Reed Road
0.7 mi·1 min·East Reed Road
3
Turn left onto MS 1
1.0 mi·1 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
4
Continue on MS 182
8.3 mi·12 min·MS 182
5
Turn left onto US 82; US 278
16 mi·19 min·US 82; US 278
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto US 49W
46 mi·55 min·North Martin Luther King Drive
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49W
0.5 mi·53 sec·US 49W
Toward US 49 South: Jackson
8
Merge onto US 49
39 mi·47 min·Jerry Clower Boulevard
9
Take the exit onto US 49
4.9 mi·5 min·US 49
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
3.8 mi·5 min·US 49
11
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
1.1 mi·1 min·I 20; I 55; US 49
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49
347 ft·4 sec·I 20; US 49
Toward Meridian, Hattiesburg
13
Take the exit onto US 49
0.6 mi·42 sec·US 49
Toward Hattiesburg
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49
0.7 mi·1 min·US 49
Toward Richland, Hattiesburg
15
Merge onto US 49
80 mi·1 hr 37 min·Highway 49 South
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 49; MS 42
0.4 mi·35 sec·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 49; MS 42
1.1 mi·1 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·36 sec
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf CoastUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 59
7.7 mi·8 min·Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Toward Mississippi Gulf CoastUse the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 98
3.2 mi·4 min·US 98
Toward US 98 East: Lucedale, MobileUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf CoastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward Multi Purpose Center, HattiesburgUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
23
Turn right onto US 49
42 mi·49 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
24
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward MS 67 South: D'Iberville, Biloxi
25
Continue on MS 67
20 mi·24 min·Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
26
Continue on I 110
0.1 mi·10 sec·I 110
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 4AToward I 10 East: Pascagoula, Mobile
28
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 10
29
Merge onto I 10
2.7 mi·2 min·I 10
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward MS 609: Ocean Springs
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·13 sec
32
Turn straight onto MS 609
2.7 mi·4 min·Washington Avenue
33
Turn left onto US 90
4.2 mi·7 min·Bienville Boulevard
34
Turn right onto Hanshaw Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Hanshaw Road
Use the right lane.
35
Turn right onto Old Spanish Trail
0.1 mi·24 sec·Old Spanish Trail
36
Turn left onto Beachview Drive
498 ft·15 sec·Beachview Drive
37
Turn right onto Palmetto Drive
346 ft·20 sec·Palmetto Drive
38
Turn left onto North 6th Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·North 6th Street
39
Arrive at destination
North 6th Street
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, aim to leave City of Greenville, MS in the morning to give yourself plenty of daylight. Since it’s a single-day trip, you can be flexible with stops, but plan for at least one break. The longest stretch without many turns is over 80 miles, so consider stopping before you feel fatigued. With a fuel cost estimated at $43, keep your tank topped off, especially before longer highway segments. Pay attention to signs as you transition from highway to surface roads, as this is where traffic patterns can change.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.6 miles from City of Greenville, MS, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.3 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 64 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.6 miles or 3h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gulf Park Estates, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Greenville, 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 City of Greenville, MS
This is one driving day of about 291.1 miles and 6h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from City of Greenville, 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 Highway 49 South for about 80.3 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 28
5 decision points cluster between mile 121.1 and 215.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
121.1 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|I 20; US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49 toward Meridian, Hattiesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Meridian, Hattiesburg
7
204.3 mi into trip|~4h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
7
212.4 mi into trip|~4h 22m in|US 98
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
7
215.6 mi into trip|~4h 26m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gu...
9
215.9 mi into trip|~4h 27m in
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
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.56 one way
$89.12 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg102 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.31
$49.35
$98.70
premium
$4.65
$53.28
$106.56
diesel
$6.28
$71.93
$143.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87.3
1
$30.57
$13.97
Efficient EV
72.8
0
$25.47
$11.64
EV Truck/SUV
116.4
1
$40.75
$18.63
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
City of Greenville, MS
Late night
in City of Greenville on Saturday
Local time
12:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Clear
NE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Gulf Park Estates, MS
Late night
in Gulf Park Estates on Saturday
Local time
12:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
NE 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
50°F
Brandon, MS
146 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
28 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
6h 2m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 110.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 64% of this 291.1-mile route is on highways, so expect to spend a significant portion of your time on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 80.3 miles on Highway 49 South. This means you'll encounter stretches of cruising with fewer exits, interspersed with periods on surface roads like North Martin Luther King Drive. Keep an eye out for the transition between these road types as you make your way south.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.3 mi on Highway 49 South.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 49 South and US 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 121.1 miles in near I 20; US 49.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 291.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 121.1 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.4 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
436 ft18 ft
Total Climb
442 ft
Total Descent
550 ft
Highest Point
436 ft
~166.4 mi in
Elevation Range
418 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between City of Greenville, MS and Gulf Park Estates, MS, road signs point toward Meridian, Hattiesburg, Richland, Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast and Mobile - among others.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 2m. Total distance: 291.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80.3 miles on Highway 49 South. 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 Gulf Park Estates, 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 121.1 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.4 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Gulf Park Estates, MS before the return drive.
