Origin
Pascagoula, MS
Morning in Pascagoula on Sunday
Local time
9:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pascagoula, MS to Gulfport, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
41.7 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pascagoula, MS
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Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Pascagoula and Gulfport, this 41.7-mile journey is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 48 minutes. Since you are staying within the Southeast region of Mississippi, you will find the transition between these two coastal hubs easy to manage in a single day. You can expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. Because the route is quite short, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip; it is best tackled as a quick, direct commute. Keep in mind that this is a turn-heavy local drive, so it requires a bit more focus than a simple highway cruise.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 27 mi | 28m |
| Denny Avenue | 6 mi | 9m |
| US 49 | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Gautier Vancleave Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Pascagoula Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 25th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 27 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pascagoula, MS and Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on this road
129 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Pascagoula Street
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Pascagoula Street
3
Turn left onto US 90
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Denny Avenue
4
Turn right onto Gautier Vancleave Road
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Gautier Vancleave Road
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
6
Merge onto I 10
27 mi
·
28 min
·
I 10
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
8
Merge onto US 49
456 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 49
9
Turn straight onto US 49
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 49
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 49
215 ft
·
16 sec
·
25th Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
US 49
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Pascagoula, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pascagoula Street
Turn right onto Pascagoula Street
Navigation decision point
3
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Gautier Vancleave Road
Turn right onto Gautier Vancleave Road
Navigation decision point
3
9.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
36.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
4
37.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 49
Merge onto US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.30 one way
$12.60 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.91 | $13.83 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.48 | $14.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.21 | $18.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Gulfport, MS
Morning in Gulfport on Sunday
Local time
9:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
54m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate local roads rather than high-speed interstates. With a 0% highway share, you will be traveling exclusively on local arteries like Pascagoula Street, Denny Avenue, and Gautier Vancleave Road. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches—Pascagoula Street clocks in at 0 miles of continuous highway driving—you should be prepared for frequent maneuvering through the local landscape. This route’s personality is defined by its constant pace changes and intimate connection to the local grid. It is the ideal choice if you prefer a hands-on driving experience over the repetitive monotony of a major interstate.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Denny Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pascagoula Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pascagoula Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (Gautier Vancleave Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pascagoula, MS to Gulfport, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
36.8 mi in
|
~45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 41.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (Pascagoula Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (Gautier Vancleave Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gulfport, MS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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