Moss Point, MS to Clinton, MS is 190.9 miles and takes about 3h 56m via US 49, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Mississippi, taking you from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's perfect for a single day of travel. Expect a journey that's mostly on major roadways, making it efficient for getting from Point A to Point B without too much fuss. Consider this a solid option if you need to cover ground quickly within 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
95.5 miles from Moss Point, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 49
135.1 mi
2h 46m
I 10
20.6 mi
22m
Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20.4 mi
23m
I 20
9.4 mi
11m
Main Street
1.9 mi
3m
Clinton Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Springridge Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Mc Innis Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 135.1 mi, about 2h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moss Point, MS and Clinton, MS.
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Start on this road
64 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Mc Innis Avenue
0.3 mi·44 sec·Mc Innis Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto MS 613
1.9 mi·3 min·Main Street
4
Take the ramp
135 ft·7 sec
5
Turn left
0.3 mi·33 sec
6
Merge onto I 10
21 mi·22 min·I 10
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 46D-BToward I 110, MS 15, MS 67: Biloxi, Keesler Air Force Base
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 46CToward MS 15, MS 67: MS 15, MS 67
10
Merge onto MS 15; MS 67
20 mi·23 min·Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
12
Merge onto US 49
40 mi·46 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 49
2.4 mi·2 min·US 49
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 49
10 mi·16 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 49; MS 42
5.4 mi·6 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 49
5.3 mi·6 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 49
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 49
4.2 mi·4 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 49
66 mi·1 hr 20 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 49
0.2 mi·21 sec·US 49
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
0.7 mi·1 min·US 49
Toward Jackson
22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
1.0 mi·1 min·US 49
23
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
1.6 mi·2 min·I 20; I 55; US 49
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49
7.8 mi·9 min·I 20; US 49
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward Springridge Road
26
Keep slight right at fork
443 ft·10 sec
27
Turn straight onto Springridge Road
0.3 mi·38 sec·Springridge Road
28
Continue on Clinton Parkway
0.4 mi·46 sec·Clinton Parkway
29
Turn left onto East Main Street
405 ft·19 sec·East Main Street
30
At end of road, turn right onto East Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·East Street
31
Turn right onto East Leake Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·East Leake Street
32
Continue on Dunton Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Dunton Road
33
Arrive at destination
Dunton Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 56m estimated duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you have flexibility in when you depart. Aiming for a morning start will give you plenty of daylight to complete the 190.9 miles. With a fuel cost estimated at $29, you won't need to worry about excessive spending on gas. The longest stretch without a significant road change is 135.1 miles on US 49, so plan for a substantial period of consistent driving on this highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering this longer segment, as services can sometimes be spaced out on major highways.
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 95.5 miles from Moss Point, MS, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135.1 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 42 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.5 miles or 1h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moss Point, 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 Moss Point, MS
This is one driving day of about 190.9 miles and 3h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Moss Point, 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 135.1 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 181.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|MS 613 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto MS 613 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
23.1 mi into trip|~26m in
Take the exit toward I 110, MS 15, MS 67: Biloxi, Keesler Air Force Base
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 46D-B
Toward I 110, MS 15, MS 67: Biloxi, Keesler Air...
7
23.4 mi into trip|~27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MS 15, MS 67: MS 15, MS 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 46C
Toward MS 15, MS 67: MS 15, MS 67
6
44.2 mi into trip|~52m 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
6
181.4 mi into trip|~3h 41m in|I 20; US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49 toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.83 one way
$57.66 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$31.65
$63.30
premium
$4.56
$34.26
$68.53
diesel
$5.61
$42.15
$84.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.3
0
$20.04
$9.16
Efficient EV
47.7
0
$16.70
$7.64
EV Truck/SUV
76.4
0
$26.73
$12.22
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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 20, 2026
Origin
Moss Point, MS
Late night
in Moss Point on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clinton, MS
Late night
in Clinton on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
2 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
3h 56m 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.
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 184.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 97% of it utilizing major roadways. You'll spend the bulk of your time on US 49, including one continuous stretch of 135.1 miles on this highway. The profile suggests a consistent driving experience, likely with higher speeds and fewer interruptions compared to more rural or scenic byways. Prepare for a journey where the focus is on efficient travel rather than winding country roads or extensive city navigation.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 135.1 mi on US 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near MS 613 / Main Street.
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 21 significant decision points across 190.9 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 0.3 miles (MS 613 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Moss Point, MS and Clinton, MS, road signs point toward Keesler Air Force Base, Jackson and Yazoo City.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 190.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 135.1 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 Clinton, 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 0.3 miles (MS 613 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Clinton, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
