If you are looking to head from the small-town charm of Sumrall to the coastal energy of Biloxi, you are looking at a 93.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the coast without needing an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel for this one-way trek. The route transitions you from the rural landscape of Southeast Mississippi toward the gulf coast, making it a straightforward transition between the two areas. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to power through or take your time depending on your personal schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Sumrall, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 49
47.4 mi
56m
Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20.5 mi
24m
MS 42
7.9 mi
11m
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
7.7 mi
8m
US 98
3.2 mi
4m
I 110
3.2 mi
4m
Division Street
0.6 mi
1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 47.4 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumrall, MS and Biloxi, MS.
1
Start on Jackson Street
407 ft·18 sec·Jackson Street
2
Continue on Pennsylvania Avenue
365 ft·18 sec·Pennsylvania Avenue
3
Turn right onto Poplar Street
263 ft·13 sec·Poplar Street
4
Turn right onto MS 42
7.9 mi·11 min·MS 42
5
Continue on US 49; MS 42
4.0 mi·5 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 49; MS 42
0.4 mi·35 sec·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49; MS 42
1.1 mi·1 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·36 sec
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf CoastUse the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 59
7.7 mi·8 min·Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Toward Mississippi Gulf CoastUse the straight lane.
10
Take the exit onto US 98
3.2 mi·4 min·US 98
Toward US 98 East: Lucedale, MobileUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf CoastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward Multi Purpose Center, HattiesburgUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 49
42 mi·49 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward MS 67 South: D'Iberville, Biloxi
15
Continue on MS 67
20 mi·24 min·Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
16
Continue on I 110
3.2 mi·4 min·I 110
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 1cToward Division Street
18
Turn left onto Division Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Division Street
19
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
20
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
91 ft·3 sec·Howard Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Howard Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a shorter trip, you have plenty of flexibility to time your departure based on your own preferences. Since the entire route is a local drive, avoid peak traffic times on the narrower sections of Pennsylvania Avenue and Poplar Street to keep your travel time closer to the 1-hour and 33-minute estimate. Keep your $14 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, as local roads can sometimes impact gas mileage differently than steady highway driving. Since there are no formal stops programmed, make sure to handle any necessary errands or fueling needs before you leave Sumrall. Most importantly, stay alert for frequent turns, as the lack of highway miles means you will be actively steering through local intersections for the duration of the trip.
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 46.5 miles from Sumrall, MS, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 58m 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 34m
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 Sumrall, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sumrall, MS
This is one driving day of about 93.1 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Sumrall, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 49 for about 47.4 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.6 and 25.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
13.6 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
6
14 mi into trip|~20m in|I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
7
21.7 mi into trip|~28m in|US 98
Take the exit onto US 98 toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
7
24.9 mi into trip|~32m in
Take the exit toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gu...
9
25.2 mi into trip|~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.06 one way
$28.12 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.43
$30.87
premium
$4.56
$16.71
$33.42
diesel
$5.61
$20.56
$41.11
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.78
$4.47
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.15
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.03
$5.96
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Sumrall, MS
Late night
in Sumrall on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Biloxi, MS
Late night
in Biloxi on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 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
6 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 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. You will navigate through local roads like Pennsylvania Avenue and Poplar Street before eventually picking up I-59 South to complete the transit. With a highway share of 0%, this route emphasizes local maneuvering over long-distance cruising. You won't find any particularly long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the nature of the roads requires your full attention behind the wheel. The experience is more about navigating the connection between these two Mississippi points than settling in for a long highway slog.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.4 mi on US 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.6 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Sumrall, MS and Biloxi, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast, Mobile, Gulfport, Multi Purpose Center and Hattiesburg.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 93.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.4 miles on US 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles (US 98): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Biloxi, MS before heading back.
