Long Beach, Mississippi to Panama City Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

200.1 miles 322 km · straight line
250.1 miles estimated 402.5 km · driving distance
5h 2min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
93° E bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, Mississippi from Panama City Beach?

The distance from Long Beach, Mississippi to Panama City Beach is 200.1 miles (322 km) as the crow flies. Panama City Beach is located E of Long Beach, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 250.1 miles, taking about 5h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Long Beach, Mississippi in Mississippi and Panama City Beach in Florida.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Beach, Mississippi and Panama City Beach. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Long Beach, Mississippi to Panama City Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 2min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 2min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 47min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, Mississippi & Panama City Beach

Quick Facts

Long Beach, Mississippi
30.35°N, 89.15°W
America/Chicago
8m elevation
Panama City Beach
30.18°N, 85.81°W
America/Chicago
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 124.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients