How far is Moody, AL from Ocean Springs, MS?
The driving distance from Moody, AL to Ocean Springs, MS is about 324.7 miles (522.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 258.9 miles (416.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 57m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Moody and Ocean Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moody and Ocean Springs.
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Start on Daniel Drive
768 ft · 35 sec · Daniel Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Park Avenue
1031 ft · 32 sec · Park Avenue
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Turn left onto Moody Parkway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Moody Parkway
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Take the ramp straight toward I 20 West: Birmingham
2000 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
6.7 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Gadsden
1768 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 459 South: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
12.8 mi · 14 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
979 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Montgomery
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
248.9 mi · 4 hr 30 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: Mississippi
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
47 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 609: Ocean Springs
905 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
110 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Washington Avenue
3.3 mi · 6 min · Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moody and Ocean Springs.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
249 mi · 04h 30m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Moody and Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ocean Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moody to Ocean Springs?
The road trip is about 324.7 miles (522.5 km) and usually takes 05h 58m 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?
Georgiana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 162.4 miles from Moody and 162.2 miles from Ocean Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 258.9 miles (416.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.8 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 5:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.40 one way or $86.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Moody and Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ocean Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Georgiana
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moody and Ocean Springs. Straight-line distance: 258.85 mi (416.58 km).
#1 Moody
City in St.
| Population | 13,292 |
| Coordinates | 33.5909400, -86.4908200 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ocean Springs
City in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 17,791 |
| Coordinates | 30.4113100, -88.8278100 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ocean Springs (-88.82781, 30.41131)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 523 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 03m |
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 | $43.40 | $86.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $48.81 | $97.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $53.00 | $106.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $62.06 | $124.11 |
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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