Trip from Yazoo City, MS to West 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

4h 9m

Distance

202.6 mi

326 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 56m ★

6 AM

4h 9m

8 AM

4h 35m

10 AM

4h 18m

12 PM

4h 16m

3 PM

4h 20m

5 PM

4h 34m

8 PM

4h 1m

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

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Yazoo City, MS

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West Gulfport, MS

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Trip Overview

This 202.6-mile drive from Yazoo City, MS, to West Gulfport, MS, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 9 minutes. It's a highway-focused journey primarily utilizing US 49, also known as Highway 49 South and the Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway for significant portions. With a fuel cost estimated at $31, this is an efficient trip for those looking to cover ground without extensive stops. Given its manageable length and straightforward route, it’s perfectly suited for a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional experience throughout your drive.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

101.3 miles from Yazoo City, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 49	107.2 mi	2h 10m
Highway 49 South	80.3 mi	1h 37m
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway	7.7 mi	8m
US 98	3.2 mi	4m
East Broadway Street	1.4 mi	2m
I 20	1.2 mi	1m
Grand Avenue	0.3 mi	<1m
North Ward Street	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 49 — 107.2 mi, about 2h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yazoo City, MS and West Gulfport, MS.

Start on East 5th Street

64 ft · 4 sec · East 5th Street

Turn right onto Grand Avenue

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Grand Avenue

Continue on College Street

0.2 mi · 48 sec · College Street

At end of road, turn right onto Dunn Avenue

81 ft · 5 sec · Dunn Avenue

Turn left onto North Ward Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · North Ward Street

Turn left onto MS 16; MS 149

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Broadway Street

Turn right onto US 49; MS 16

36 mi · 42 min · US 49; MS 16

Take the exit onto US 49

4.9 mi · 5 min · US 49

Keep slight left at fork onto US 49

3.8 mi · 5 min · US 49

Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49

1.1 mi · 1 min · I 20; I 55; US 49

Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49

347 ft · 4 sec · I 20; US 49

Toward Meridian, Hattiesburg

Take the exit onto US 49

0.6 mi · 42 sec · US 49

Toward Hattiesburg

Keep slight right at fork onto US 49

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 49

Toward Richland, Hattiesburg

Merge onto US 49

80 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Highway 49 South

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 49; MS 42

0.4 mi · 35 sec · US 49; MS 42

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 49; MS 42

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 49; MS 42

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 59

7.7 mi · 8 min · Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway

Toward Mississippi Gulf Coast Use the straight lane.

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.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto US 49

58 mi · 1 hr 9 min · US 49

Use the straight lane.

Turn straight onto US 49

2.0 mi · 3 min · US 49

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard

424 ft · 14 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard

Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue

31 ft · 0 sec · Arkansas Avenue

Arrive at destination

Arkansas Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour, 9-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning will allow you to arrive well before evening, providing flexibility upon reaching West Gulfport. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your breaks, perhaps planning one longer stop around the halfway point or closer to your destination. The fuel cost of $31 is a good estimate, but it’s always wise to check current prices before departing. Since this is a relatively short, highway-centric trip, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive. A key consideration for this route is to be aware of the 107.2-mile stretch on US 49; ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on this longer segment.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 101.3 miles from Yazoo City, MS, or about 2h 5m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.2 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 45 miles or 56m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 101.3 miles or 2h 5m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 24m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Yazoo City, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Yazoo City, MS

This is one driving day of about 202.6 miles and 4h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Yazoo City, 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 US 49 for about 107.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sumrall, MS

101 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.

Popular next leg

Sumrall, MS to West Gulfport, MS

85.3 mi · 1h 46m

Pacing Suggestions

Jackson, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sumrall, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 101.3 miles from Yazoo City, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Jack's Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Yazoo City, Mississippi

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+16626705402

Visit website

Bougie Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Florence, Mississippi

2.1 mi

Jack's Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Yazoo City, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+16626705402

Visit website

Bougie Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 57.9

Florence, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16017159972

Visit website

Urban Foxes

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 43.4

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+17695725505

Visit website

Coffee Prose Midtown

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 43.4

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17692080230

Visit website

Pilot Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 202.6

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 173.7

Wiggins, Mississippi

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18003239935

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 43.4

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

Visit website

Updown Trampoline Park

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 130.2

Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+16019099060

Visit website

601 Escape Rooms

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 43.4

Jackson, Mississippi

Hours: Closed

+16012603334

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 142.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Dunn Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Dunn Avenue

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

130.9 mi into trip | ~2h 42m 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

139 mi into trip | ~2h 51m 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

142.2 mi into trip | ~2h 55m 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...

142.5 mi into trip | ~2h 56m 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

$30.60 one way

$61.19 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 71 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$33.59	$67.18
premium	$4.56	$36.36	$72.73
diesel	$5.61	$44.73	$89.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60.8	0	$21.27	$9.72
Efficient EV	50.7	0	$17.73	$8.10
EV Truck/SUV	81	1	$28.36	$12.97

Gas CO2

71 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Yazoo City, MS

Late night in Yazoo City on Sunday

Local time

5:20 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Gulfport, MS

Late night in West Gulfport on Sunday

Local time

5:20 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

58°F

Sumrall, MS

101 mi in

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

14 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

4h 9m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

National Monument

Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 41.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a nearly entirely highway experience on this route, with 95% of the drive taking place on major roadways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 107.2 miles on US 49, meaning you can settle in for a good amount of time without frequent turns or significant slowdowns. This highway-focused profile suggests a relatively fast-paced journey, ideal for making good time. While the route is predominantly highway, the specific designations like Highway 49 South and the Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway indicate that you'll be on a well-established, likely multi-lane road for most of the trip.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 107.2 mi on US 49.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Highway 49 South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Dunn Avenue.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 202.6 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 0.5 miles (Dunn Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 130.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139 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 Yazoo City, MS and West Gulfport, MS, road signs point toward Meridian, Hattiesburg, Richland, Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast and Mobile - among others.

Meridian

47.7 mi in | ~1h | via I 20; US 49

Hattiesburg

47.7 mi in | ~1h | via I 20; US 49

Richland

48.4 mi in | ~1h 1m | via US 49

Gulf Coast

130.9 mi in | ~2h 42m

Mississippi Gulf Coast

131.2 mi in | ~2h 43m | via I 59

Mobile

139 mi in | ~2h 51m | via US 98

Gulfport

142.2 mi in | ~2h 55m

Multi Purpose Center

142.5 mi in | ~2h 56m

About the Cities

Starting in Yazoo City, MS

Full guide →

Yazoo City is a city in Yazoo County, Mississippi in the Delta region.

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 4h 9m. Total distance: 202.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 107.2 miles on US 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 West 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at West Gulfport, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Yazoo City, MS to West Gulfport, MS

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Jack's Family Restaurant

Jack's Family Restaurant

Bougie Coffee Company

Urban Foxes

Coffee Prose Midtown

Pilot Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Chevrolet Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

TrainTastic! Train Museum formerly: Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum

Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum

Mississippi Armed Forces Museum

Mississippi Aquarium

Time Will Tell Escape Games

Battlefield Park

Updown Trampoline Park

601 Escape Rooms

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Yazoo City, MS

West Gulfport, MS

Same local time

14 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 9m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Yazoo City, MS

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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