Gulfport, MS to Arnold Line, MS is 72.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 34 minutes via 25th Avenue and US 49, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, traversing the Southeast region. Expect a local feel with frequent turns, making it more of an in-town navigation challenge than an open highway cruise. With a recommended one-day trip, you have plenty of flexibility for when you depart and how you pace yourself.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.2 miles from Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
25th Avenue
60.1 mi
1h 14m
US 49
9.2 mi
13m
West 4th Street
2.8 mi
6m
Championship Lane
0.1 mi
<1m
Brand Lane
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
25th Avenue
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Arnold Line, MS.
1
Start on US 49
60 mi·1 hr 14 min·25th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on US 49
2.4 mi·2 min·US 49
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn straight onto US 49
6.8 mi·10 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn slight left
152 ft·7 sec
Use the slight left lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto Championship Lane
0.1 mi·26 sec·Championship Lane
6
Turn left onto West 4th Street
2.8 mi·6 min·West 4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Brand Lane
113 ft·4 sec·Brand Lane
8
Arrive at destination
Brand Lane
Trip Plan
Given this is a relatively short, one-day trip of just over an hour and a half, you have the luxury of flexibility. There's no need to rush; plan your departure to suit your schedule, perhaps leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour. While there are no specific stops recommended, keep an eye on your fuel, especially since the estimated cost is around $11. The longest stretch on 25th Avenue is over 60 miles, so factor that into your fuel planning if you're starting with a lower tank.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.2 miles from Gulfport, MS, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 44m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arnold Line, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gulfport, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gulfport, MS
This is one driving day of about 72.3 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Gulfport, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on 25th Avenue for about 60.1 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 62.6 and 72.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
62.6 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|US 49
Turn straight onto US 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
69.4 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Turn slight left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
5
69.4 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|Championship Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Championship Lane
Navigation decision point
5
69.5 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|West 4th Street
Turn left onto West 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
72.3 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|Brand Lane
Turn right onto Brand Lane
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.92 one way
$21.84 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$11.99
$23.97
premium
$4.56
$12.98
$25.95
diesel
$5.61
$15.96
$31.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 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
21.7
0
$7.59
$3.47
Efficient EV
18.1
0
$6.33
$2.89
EV Truck/SUV
28.9
0
$10.12
$4.63
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Gulfport, MS
Late night
in Gulfport on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Arnold Line, MS
Late night
in Arnold Line on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 34m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by frequent turns, making it a 'turn-heavy local drive' for most of its 72.3 miles. Only 13% of the journey is on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 60.1 miles on 25th Avenue, offering a brief period of less complex navigation before returning to more intricate local roads. Be prepared for this dynamic to persist throughout your 1 hour and 34 minute travel time.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.1 mi on 25th Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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. The trickiest moment comes around 62.6 miles in near US 49.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Arnold Line, MS is easy. At 1h 34m with 13% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 62.6 miles (US 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 69.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 69.4 miles (Championship Lane): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 72.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 60.1 miles on 25th Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 62.6 miles (US 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 69.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 69.4 miles (Championship Lane): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arnold Line, MS before heading back.
