Origin
West Gulfport, MS
Night in West Gulfport on Saturday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
69.9 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Gulfport, MS
N Qurash
Arnold Line, MS
大 董
West Gulfport, MS to Arnold Line, MS is 69.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 30 minutes via US 49, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. With nearly all of the journey on highways, expect a straightforward and efficient trip. This route is ideal for a quick drive when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider it for a short, practical transit between these two Mississippi locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35 miles from West Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 66.9 mi | 1h 22m |
| West 4th Street | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Championship Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Brand Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Arkansas Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Gulfport, MS and Arnold Line, MS.
Start on Arkansas Avenue
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Turn left onto US 49
Continue on US 49
Turn straight onto US 49
Turn slight left
At end of road, turn right onto Championship Lane
Turn left onto West 4th Street
Turn right onto Brand Lane
Arrive at destination
Given the short 1 hour 30 minute duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and be at your destination well before noon, or head out in the afternoon. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, filling up before you leave West Gulfport is a sensible plan. Since there are no designated stops, plan your own breaks as needed, but keep in mind the longest stretch is almost 67 miles, so consider a quick stop before that point if you prefer to break up the drive.
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.
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 15 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35 miles or 42m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arnold Line, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Gulfport, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Gulfport, MS
This is one driving day of about 69.9 miles and 1h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35 miles from West Gulfport, 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 66.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 49
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto Championship Lane
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto West 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Brand Lane
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$10.56 one way
$21.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.55 | $25.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in West Gulfport on Saturday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Arnold Line on Saturday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey utilizing main roads like US 49. You'll experience a smooth commute for the most part, with the longest continuous stretch measuring 66.9 miles on US 49. The drive transitions from West 4th Street to Championship Lane before settling onto the primary highway. Expect a consistent pace, minimizing interruptions and maximizing your travel time on this predominantly high-speed corridor.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and West 4th Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Gulfport, MS to Arnold Line, MS is easy. At 1h 30m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 67 miles (Championship Lane): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 69.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
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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