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Trip from Quitman, MS to Biloxi, MS

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 53m

Distance

146.9 mi

236 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 42m ★
6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Clarke County, Mississippi, United States of America

Quitman, MS

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Downtown Biloxi, MS, MS

Biloxi, MS

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Trip Overview

Quitman, MS to Biloxi, MS is 146.9 miles and takes about 2h 53m via MS 63, US 45, and MS 57, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, traversing the Southeast region. Expect a straightforward drive with a high percentage of highway time, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. The relatively short duration and predictable route mean you can easily fit this into a busy schedule without needing an overnight stay.

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

73.5 miles from Quitman, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MS 63 50.4 mi 57m
US 45 40.6 mi 46m
MS 57 24.7 mi 28m
I 10 18.7 mi 20m
South Archusa Avenue 4.2 mi 6m
Washington Avenue 2.9 mi 5m
Biloxi Bay Bridge 1.7 mi 2m
Beach Boulevard 1.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: MS 63 — 50.4 mi, about 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Quitman, MS and Biloxi, MS.

1

Start on MS 145

4.2 mi · 6 min · South Archusa Avenue
2

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Use the slight right lane.
3

Merge onto US 45

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 45
Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on US 45

1.7 mi · 1 min · US 45
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on US 45

3.9 mi · 4 min · US 45
Use the straight lane.
6

Continue on US 45

9.8 mi · 11 min · US 45
Use the straight lane.
7

Continue on US 45

2.0 mi · 2 min · US 45
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on US 45

4.9 mi · 5 min · US 45
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on US 45

17 mi · 20 min · US 45
Use the straight lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto MS 57

2.2 mi · 2 min · MS 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on MS 57

23 mi · 25 min · MS 57
Use the straight lane.
12

Continue on MS 63

50 mi · 57 min · MS 63
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
14

Merge onto I 10

19 mi · 20 min · I 10
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Toward MS 609: Ocean Springs
16

Keep slight left at fork

361 ft · 9 sec
17

Turn left onto MS 609

2.9 mi · 5 min · Washington Avenue
18

Turn right onto US 90

0.9 mi · 1 min · Bienville Boulevard
19

Continue on US 90

1.7 mi · 2 min · Biloxi Bay Bridge
20

Continue on US 90

1.6 mi · 3 min · Beach Boulevard
21

Turn right onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Main Street
22

Turn right onto Howard Avenue

91 ft · 3 sec · Howard Avenue
23

Arrive at destination

Howard Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the drive's duration of under three hours, you can depart at your leisure, though an early start allows for maximum flexibility upon arrival. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $22, this trip is budget-friendly and requires minimal planning. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on MS 63, as services might be less frequent. This is a manageable one-day trip, so you won't need to break it up, but factor in a bit of time to explore Biloxi once you arrive.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.5 miles from Quitman, MS, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.4 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 32 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 73.5 miles or 1h 26m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Biloxi, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Quitman, 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 Quitman, MS

This is one driving day of about 146.9 miles and 2h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Quitman, 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 MS 63 for about 50.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Citronelle, AL, AL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Citronelle, AL

73 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

Waynesboro, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lucedale, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 73.5 miles from Quitman, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Mosaic Restaurant & Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30

Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12288189885

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

+18889462847

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12285463100

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Destination Charger

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18009462946

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12283867111

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18007252239

Visit website

Eaton Charging Station

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Ocean Springs, Mississippi

+18773862273

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

D'Iberville, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Biloxi Lighthouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12283743105

Visit website

Walter Anderson Museum of Art

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+12288723164

Visit website

Hiller Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Biloxi, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12283887170

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 146.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
4.2 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
5
4.6 mi into trip | ~7m in | US 45

Merge onto US 45

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
45.1 mi into trip | ~54m in | MS 57

Keep slight right at fork onto MS 57

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
139.5 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
146.9 mi into trip | ~2h 53m in | Howard Avenue

Turn right onto Howard Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.19 one way

$44.37 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $24.35 $48.71
premium $4.56 $26.37 $52.73
diesel $5.61 $32.43 $64.87

Estimated Tolls: $7.00

Bay Bridge $7.00

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44.1 0 $15.42 $7.05
Efficient EV 36.7 0 $12.85 $5.88
EV Truck/SUV 58.8 0 $20.57 $9.40

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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

Quitman, MS

Morning in Quitman on Tuesday

Local time

7:11 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Biloxi, MS

Morning in Biloxi on Tuesday

Local time

7:11 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°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

7 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 53m 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?

This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 91% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, including a longest stretch of 50.4 miles on MS 63. The route predominantly utilizes major highways, suggesting a smooth and efficient travel experience. While largely highway, the integration of different main roads like US 45 and MS 57 ensures some variety in the scenery and road conditions as you progress.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.4 mi on MS 63.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 63 and US 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 146.9 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 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles (MS 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in Biloxi, MS

Full guide →

Biloxi is a city in Harrison County, on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. It's well known for its beaches and nine casinos. It is also home to the "Jefferson Davis Presidential Library and Museum", which serves as a museum of the Confederacy.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 146.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 50.4 miles on MS 63. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.00 in tolls one way, starting with Bay Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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 Biloxi, 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 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles (MS 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Biloxi, 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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