How far is Gautier, MS from Brandon, MS?
The driving distance from Gautier, MS to Brandon, MS is about 178.5 miles (287.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 153.5 miles (247.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Forrest County, Mississippi.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gautier and Brandon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gautier and Brandon.
-
1
Start on the route
76 m · 18 sec
-
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Oak Street
892 ft · 45 sec · Oak Street
-
3
Turn right
2.4 mi · 4 min
-
4
Turn right onto Gautier Vancleave Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Gautier Vancleave Road
-
5
Turn left
1247 ft · 31 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
13.9 mi · 15 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 110, MS 15, MS 67: Biloxi, Keesler Air Force Base
843 ft · 21 sec
-
8
Keep slight left
969 ft · 24 sec
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on MS 15, MS 67: MS 15, MS 67
2203 ft · 47 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20.4 mi · 24 min · Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
2209 ft · 47 sec
-
12
Merge slight left
39.8 mi · 47 min
-
13
Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
-
14
Turn straight
10.3 mi · 16 min
-
15
Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
-
16
Continue straight
5.3 mi · 6 min
-
17
Continue straight
1077 ft · 14 sec
-
18
Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
-
19
Continue straight
38 mi · 46 min
-
20
Take the exit slight right
886 ft · 24 sec
-
21
Turn right onto Highway 13 North
9 mi · 13 min · Highway 13 North
-
22
Turn left onto Highway 18
16 mi · 24 min · Highway 18
-
23
Turn right onto Louis Wilson Drive
2.6 mi · 5 min · Louis Wilson Drive
-
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Government Street
1362 ft · 23 sec · East Government Street
-
25
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Government Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gautier and Brandon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 49 North
Merge slight left
39.8 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Gautier and Mostly Sunny near Brandon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gautier to Brandon?
The road trip is about 178.5 miles (287.3 km) and usually takes 02h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hattiesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.7 miles from Gautier and 90.8 miles from Brandon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 153.5 miles (247.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 25 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.86 one way or $47.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Gautier and Mostly Sunny near Brandon.
Stop Ideas Near 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 Hattiesburg.
Hattiesburg station
Hattiesburg, MS
Laurel station
Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gautier and Brandon. Straight-line distance: 153.57 mi (247.15 km).
#1 Gautier
City in Jackson County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 18,379 |
| Coordinates | 30.3857500, -88.6116900 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brandon
City in Mississippi
| Population | 24,396 |
| Coordinates | 32.2732000, -89.9859200 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Government Street (-89.985921, 32.273109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 287 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $23.86 | $47.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.83 | $53.66 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.14 | $58.28 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.11 | $68.23 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Mississippi · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.