Panama City Beach to Starkville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Panama City Beach from Starkville?

The distance from Panama City Beach to Starkville is 287.2 miles (462.2 km) as the crow flies. Starkville is located NW of Panama City Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Panama City Beach in Florida and Starkville in Mississippi.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Panama City Beach and Starkville. 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.