How far is Gautier, MS from Ridgeland, MS?
The driving distance from Gautier, MS to Ridgeland, MS is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 167.2 miles (269.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 54m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gautier and Ridgeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gautier and Ridgeland.
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Start on the route
76 m · 18 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Oak Street
892 ft · 45 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Gautier Vancleave Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Gautier Vancleave Road
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Turn left
1247 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
13.9 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 110, MS 15, MS 67: Biloxi, Keesler Air Force Base
843 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left
969 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MS 15, MS 67: MS 15, MS 67
2203 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20.4 mi · 24 min · Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson
2209 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
39.8 mi · 47 min
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn straight
10.3 mi · 16 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 right
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
10.7 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Ridgeland
925 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Old Agency Road
611 ft · 14 sec · Old Agency Road
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Continue on Sunnybrook Road
156 m · 10 sec · Sunnybrook Road
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Continue on West Jackson Street
2233 ft · 50 sec · West Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Old Town Crossing
12 m · 2 sec · Old Town Crossing
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Town Crossing
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gautier and Ridgeland.
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
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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 Gautier and Mostly Sunny near Ridgeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gautier to Ridgeland?
The road trip is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km) and usually takes 03h 54m 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 94.1 miles from Gautier and 94 miles from Ridgeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 167.2 miles (269.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 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 9:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.15 one way or $50.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gautier and Mostly Sunny near Ridgeland.
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 Gautier and Ridgeland. Straight-line distance: 167.21 mi (269.1 km).
#1 Gautier
City in Jackson County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 18,379 |
| Coordinates | 30.3857500, -88.6116900 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ridgeland
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 23,938 |
| Coordinates | 32.4284800, -90.1323100 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ridgeland (-90.13231, 32.42848)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $25.15 | $50.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.28 | $56.56 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.96 | $71.91 |
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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