Origin
Union, MS
Morning in Union on Tuesday
Local time
7:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union, MS to Gulfport, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
111.3 mi
179 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
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6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union, MS
大 董
Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
This 111.3-mile drive from Union, MS, to Gulfport, MS, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes. You'll spend about 91% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing US 49, Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, and US 84. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $17, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, this route is perfect for a straightforward drive without the need for an overnight stop. It offers a direct path through Mississippi's Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.6 miles from Union, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 85.5 mi | 1h 45m |
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| US 84 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| MS 37 | 4 mi | 5m |
| US 98 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| MS 532 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 25th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 85.5 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union, MS and Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on Jones Chapel Road
81 ft
·
3 sec
·
Jones Chapel Road
2
Turn right onto MS 532
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
MS 532
3
Turn right onto MS 37
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
MS 37
4
Turn right onto US 84
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 84
5
Turn left onto MS 184
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 49 South: Hattiesburg
7
Merge onto US 49
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 49; MS 42
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
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US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 49; MS 42
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 59
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 98
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 98
Toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto US 49
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn straight onto US 49
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 49
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 49
215 ft
·
16 sec
·
25th Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
US 49
Trip Plan
This route is well-suited for a day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will get you to Gulfport with plenty of daylight. With no scheduled stops in the data, plan for your own breaks as needed, perhaps utilizing the longest stretch on US 49 to time your rest stops. The estimated fuel cost of $17 means you likely won't need to worry too much about frequent refueling, but it's always wise to keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 85.5-mile segment on US 49.
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 55.6 miles from Union, MS, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.5 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 24 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.6 miles or 1h 10m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gulfport, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Union, 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 Union, MS
This is one driving day of about 111.3 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Union, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 49 for about 85.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.6 miles from Union, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.5 miles.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 37.1 and 48.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
37.1 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
37.4 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
45.2 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
48.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
$16.81 one way
$33.62 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $18.45 | $36.90 |
| premium | $4.56 | $19.98 | $39.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.57 | $49.15 |
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: 38.9 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 | 33.4 | 0 | $11.69 | $5.34 |
| Efficient EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.74 | $4.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.58 | $7.12 |
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.
Destination
Gulfport, MS
Morning in Gulfport on Tuesday
Local time
7:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
5 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 19m 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 highway-centric experience on this route, with a significant 91% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 85.5 miles along US 49, indicating long periods of consistent travel. While primarily a highway drive, you'll transition between major routes like US 49, Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, and US 84. This profile suggests a focus on efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways, allowing you to cover ground steadily.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.5 mi on US 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 111.3 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 37.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.2 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Union, MS and Gulfport, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast, Mobile, Multi Purpose Center and Hattiesburg.
Gulf Coast
37.1 mi in
|
~48m
Mississippi Gulf Coast
37.4 mi in
|
~48m
|
via I 59
Mobile
45.2 mi in
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~57m
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via US 98
Multi Purpose Center
48.7 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Hattiesburg
48.7 mi in
|
~1h 2m
About the Cities
Arriving in Gulfport, MS
Full guide →Gulfport is the second largest city in Mississippi.
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 19m. Total distance: 111.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m 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 85.5 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 Gulfport, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 37.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.2 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 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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