How far is Ocean Springs, MS from Moody, AL?
The driving distance from Ocean Springs, MS to Moody, AL is about 321.6 miles (517.6 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 56m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ocean Springs and Moody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Springs and Moody.
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Start on Washington Avenue
1695 ft · 1 min · Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto Bienville Boulevard
2.9 mi · 5 min · Bienville Boulevard
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Turn left onto Ocean Springs Road
653 ft · 26 sec · Ocean Springs Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Ocean Springs Road
18 m · 2 sec · Ocean Springs Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Ocean Springs Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · Ocean Springs Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Ocean Springs Road
2172 ft · 43 sec · Ocean Springs Road
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Turn left onto Mississippi Highway 57
103 m · 12 sec · Mississippi Highway 57
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Take the ramp straight
1312 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
39.4 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Montgomery
3020 ft · 44 sec
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Continue straight
249 mi · 4 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, Tuscaloosa
1318 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 459 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
13 mi · 14 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20: Birmingham, Atlanta
883 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 East: Atlanta
3180 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 411 North: Moody, Odenville
1165 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto Moody Parkway
2.4 mi · 4 min · Moody Parkway
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Turn right onto Park Avenue
1031 ft · 34 sec · Park Avenue
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Turn left onto Daniel Drive
768 ft · 33 sec · Daniel Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Daniel Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ocean Springs and Moody.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 65 North
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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.
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ocean Springs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Moody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ocean Springs to Moody?
The road trip is about 321.6 miles (517.6 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 160.9 miles from Ocean Springs and 160.7 miles from Moody.
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 62.7 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 5:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.98 one way or $85.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 100.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ocean Springs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Moody.
Stop Ideas Near Georgiana
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 Georgiana.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ocean Springs and Moody. Straight-line distance: 258.85 mi (416.58 km).
#1 Ocean Springs
City in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 17,791 |
| Coordinates | 30.4113100, -88.8278100 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Moody
City in St.
| Population | 13,292 |
| Coordinates | 33.5909400, -86.4908200 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
End: Moody (-86.49082, 33.59094)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 518 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $42.98 | $85.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $48.34 | $96.68 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $52.49 | $104.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $61.46 | $122.92 |
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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