How far is Bay Saint Louis, MS from Clinton, MS?
The driving distance from Bay Saint Louis, MS to Clinton, MS is about 180.3 miles (290.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.2 miles (244.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 10m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bay Saint Louis and Clinton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bay Saint Louis and Clinton.
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Start on South 2nd Street
1012 ft · 33 sec · South 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight right
113 m · 13 sec
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Continue straight
24.9 mi · 37 min
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Continue straight
15.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1317 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
40.4 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North, MS 42 West: Jackson
1123 ft · 39 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
1077 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
65.7 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
7.8 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Springridge Road
2106 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight right
135 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Springridge Road
1723 ft · 38 sec · Springridge Road
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Continue on Clinton Parkway
1947 ft · 46 sec · Clinton Parkway
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Turn left onto East Main Street
123 m · 20 sec · East Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Street
583 ft · 28 sec · East Street
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Turn right onto East Leake Street
880 ft · 39 sec · East Leake Street
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Continue on Dunton Road
1431 ft · 1 min · Dunton Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dunton Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bay Saint Louis and Clinton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 49 North
Continue straight
65.7 mi · 01h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bay Saint Louis and Mostly Sunny near Clinton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bay Saint Louis to Clinton?
The road trip is about 180.3 miles (290.1 km) and usually takes 03h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Hattiesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90 miles from Bay Saint Louis and 90.2 miles from Clinton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.2 miles (244.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.09 one way or $48.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bay Saint Louis and Mostly Sunny near Clinton.
Stop Ideas Near West Hattiesburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Hattiesburg.
Hattiesburg station
Hattiesburg, MS
Laurel station
Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bay Saint Louis and Clinton. Straight-line distance: 152.16 mi (244.87 km).
#1 Bay Saint Louis
City in Hancock County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 14,529 |
| Coordinates | 30.3088100, -89.3300500 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clinton
Suburb city of Jackson, located in Hinds County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,873 |
| Coordinates | 32.3415300, -90.3217600 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dunton Road (-90.32176, 32.341539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 290 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $24.09 | $48.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.09 | $54.17 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.42 | $58.83 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.44 | $68.88 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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