How far is Waveland, MS from Lakeshore, MS?
The driving distance from Waveland, MS to Lakeshore, MS is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hancock County, Mississippi, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waveland and Lakeshore.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waveland and Lakeshore.
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Start on Central Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Waveland Avenue
25 m · 5 sec · Waveland Avenue
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Continue on Waveland Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Waveland Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Beach Boulevard
3.3 mi · 10 min · South Beach Boulevard
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Turn right onto Lakeshore Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Lakeshore Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lakeshore Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waveland and Lakeshore.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Beach Boulevard
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Beach Boulevard
3.29 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Waveland and Mostly Sunny near Lakeshore.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waveland to Lakeshore?
The road trip is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bay Saint Louis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.9 miles from Waveland and 2.9 miles from Lakeshore.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.76 one way or $1.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Waveland and Mostly Sunny near Lakeshore.
Stop Ideas Near Bay Saint Louis
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 Bay Saint Louis.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waveland and Lakeshore. Straight-line distance: 4.52 mi (7.28 km).
#1 Waveland
City in Hancock County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,315 |
| Coordinates | 30.2868600, -89.3761600 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeshore
Lakeshore is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.2465900, -89.4358800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeshore (-89.43588, 30.24659)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.76 | $1.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.93 | $1.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.08 | $2.17 |
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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