How far is Ocean Springs, MS from Madison, MS?

The driving distance from Ocean Springs, MS to Madison, MS is about 180.8 miles (290.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 160.7 miles (258.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
180.76 mi
02h 59m
Flight
160.72 mi
258.66 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
160.72 mi
Kilometers
258.66 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
180.76 mi
Kilometers
290.9 km
Drive Time
02h 59m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Madison
Sun, May 17, 9:58 AM CDT
Return by in Ocean Springs
Sun, May 17, 12:57 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ocean Springs
2026-05-17T06:58
Arrive Madison
Sun, May 17, 9:58 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:59 AM to 12:59 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:32 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ocean Springs
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Sumrall
MS

City in Lamar County, Mississippi, United States of America

From Ocean Springs
88.1 mi
01h 29m
To Madison
92.6 mi
01h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SE
Destination
86°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ocean Springs and Madison.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Springs and Madison.

  1. 1

    Start on Washington Avenue

    3.3 mi · 6 min · Washington Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left

    1950 ft · 50 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    2.2 mi · 2 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 110, MS 15, MS 67: Biloxi, Keesler Air Force Base

    843 ft · 21 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    969 ft · 24 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on MS 15, MS 67: MS 15, MS 67

    2203 ft · 47 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway

    20.4 mi · 24 min · Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on US 49 North: Hattiesburg, Jackson

    2209 ft · 47 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    39.8 mi · 47 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  11. 11

    Turn straight

    10.3 mi · 16 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    5.4 mi · 7 min

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    5.3 mi · 6 min

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    1077 ft · 14 sec

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    65.7 mi · 1 hr 20 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right

    862 ft · 21 sec

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on Jackson

    1.1 km · 1 min

  19. 19

    Keep slight right

    1.5 km · 1 min

  20. 20

    Merge slight left

    8.3 mi · 10 min

  21. 21

    Take the exit slight right toward US 51 North: Ridgeland

    1640 ft · 42 sec

  22. 22

    Continue on I-55 North Frontage Road

    2662 ft · 47 sec · I-55 North Frontage Road

  23. 23

    Turn straight

    4.2 mi · 7 min

  24. 24

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1177 ft · 34 sec · Main Street

  25. 25

    Turn right onto Depot Drive

    11 m · 2 sec · Depot Drive

  26. 26

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Depot Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ocean Springs and Madison.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
26 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
4 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 49 North
124 mi · 68%
Biloxi-D'Iberville Scenic Expressway
20.4 mi · 11%
Jackson
9.94 mi · 5%
Washington Avenue
5.47 mi · 3%
I-55 North Frontage Road
0.5 mi
MS 15
0.42 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.1 mi
160.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sumrall
01h 29m from Ocean Springs
Leave By
12:32 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Ocean Springs and Sunny near Madison.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ocean Springs to Madison?

The road trip is about 180.8 miles (290.9 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?

Sumrall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.1 miles from Ocean Springs and 92.6 miles from Madison.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 160.7 miles (258.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:32 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.16 one way or $48.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ocean Springs and Sunny near Madison.

Stop Ideas Near Sumrall

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Sumrall, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sumrall.

BUS

Hattiesburg, MS

16 mi away
7297 US Highway 49
RAIL

Hattiesburg station

26 mi away
308 Newman St.
RAIL

Laurel station

50 mi away
230 North Maple Street
RAIL

Brookhaven

87 mi away
East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ocean Springs and Madison. Straight-line distance: 160.72 mi (258.66 km).

Ocean Springs

#1 Ocean Springs

City in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States

Population17,791
Coordinates30.4113100, -88.8278100
Altitude7
CountryUnited States
Madison

#2 Madison

City in Madison County, Florida, United States

Population25,701
Coordinates32.4618100, -90.1153600
Altitude103
CountryUnited States
Start: Washington Avenue (-88.827794, 30.41131)
End: Depot Drive (-90.115346, 32.461805)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 291 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 01m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 31m
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 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.38 gal
24.14 L · about $24.16
Round trip
$48.32
12.76 gal · 48.28 L
Estimated CO2
56.7 kg one way
Round trip: 113.4 kg / 250 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $24.16 $48.32
Mid-grade $4.26 $27.17 $54.34
Premium $4.63 $29.51 $59.02
Diesel $5.42 $34.55 $69.10

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 · May 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Ocean Springs and Madison. The current time is 06:58:57.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.