Long Beach, Mississippi to Pensacola: Road Trip Guide & Distance

115.5 miles 185.9 km · straight line
144.4 miles estimated 232.4 km · driving distance
2h 54min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
87° E bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, Mississippi from Pensacola?

The distance from Long Beach, Mississippi to Pensacola is 115.5 miles (185.9 km) as the crow flies. Pensacola is located E of Long Beach, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 144.4 miles, taking about 2h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Long Beach, Mississippi in Mississippi and Pensacola 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Beach, Mississippi and Pensacola. 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 Pensacola

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 54min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 29min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 45min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, Mississippi & Pensacola

Quick Facts

Long Beach, Mississippi
30.35°N, 89.15°W
America/Chicago
8m elevation
Pensacola
30.42°N, 87.22°W
America/Chicago
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 215.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients