This 112.7-mile drive from Gulfport, MS to Taylorsville, MS is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, with an estimated travel time of 2 hours and 24 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via 25th Avenue and US 49, with a portion on MS 37. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $17, making it an economical option. The route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a relaxed day trip within the Southeast region. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's a perfect candidate for a spontaneous outing or a leisurely start to a longer adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.3 miles from Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
25th Avenue
60.1 mi
1h 14m
US 49
34.9 mi
45m
MS 37
10.4 mi
15m
US 84
5.7 mi
6m
Main Street
1 mi
1m
Front Street
0.2 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 Taylorsville, 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
10 mi·16 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 49; MS 42
5.4 mi·6 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 49
5.3 mi·6 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 49
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49
4.2 mi·4 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 49
7.1 mi·8 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
10
Turn straight onto MS 184
1.0 mi·1 min·Main Street
11
Turn right onto US 84
5.7 mi·6 min·US 84
12
Turn left onto MS 37
10 mi·15 min·MS 37
13
Turn right onto MS 28
0.2 mi·16 sec·Front Street
14
Arrive at destination
MS 28
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 112.7-mile trip, flexibility is key. You can depart at your convenience, but an early morning start will allow for a full day at your destination. With a duration of 2 hours and 24 minutes and no designated stops in the data, you can easily break up the journey as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels; the estimated cost is $17, but it's always wise to fill up before setting out. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to the transition onto MS 37, as road conditions and speed limits can change noticeably.
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 56.3 miles from Gulfport, MS, or about 1h 9m 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 25 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.3 miles or 1h 9m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylorsville, 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.
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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 Gulfport, MS
This is one driving day of about 112.7 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 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 112.5 — 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.
4
95 mi into trip|~2h in
Take the exit toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
3
96.3 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|US 84
Turn right onto US 84
Navigation decision point
3
102.1 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|MS 37
Turn left onto MS 37
Navigation decision point
3
112.5 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|MS 28 / Front Street
Turn right onto MS 28 / Front Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.02 one way
$34.04 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$18.68
$37.37
premium
$4.56
$20.23
$40.46
diesel
$5.61
$24.88
$49.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.8
0
$11.83
$5.41
Efficient EV
28.2
0
$9.86
$4.51
EV Truck/SUV
45.1
0
$15.78
$7.21
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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 15, 2026
Origin
Gulfport, MS
Morning
in Gulfport on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Taylorsville, MS
Morning
in Taylorsville on Sunday
Local time
9:40 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
2h 24m 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?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 45% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 60.1 miles on 25th Avenue, offering a good opportunity to settle in. As you transition from 25th Avenue to US 49 and then MS 37, you'll notice a change in the road's character, moving from more urban or suburban beginnings to potentially more open stretches. This blend means you'll experience varying driving conditions, keeping the journey engaging without being overly demanding.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 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?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 62.6 miles in near US 49.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 24m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 62.6 miles (US 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 95 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.3 miles (US 84): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 24m. Total distance: 112.7 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, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 62.6 miles (US 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 95 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.3 miles (US 84): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Taylorsville, MS before heading back.
