Origin
Gulf Hills, MS
Late night in Gulf Hills on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gulf Hills, MS to West Gulfport, MS
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
28m
Distance
20.7 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
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6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gulf Hills, MS
Siarhei Nester
West Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gulf Hills, MS to West Gulfport, MS covers 20.7 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, US 49, Washington Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.3 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.3 miles from Gulf Hills, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 28m highway drive covering 20.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and US 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.3 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 49. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Shore Drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Shore Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MS 609 / Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Shore Drive
Turn right onto Shore Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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MS 609 / Washington Avenue
Turn left onto MS 609 / Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
18.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
5
20.7 mi into trip
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~28m in
|
Arkansas Avenue
Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Gulf Hills, MS to West Gulfport, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
18.3 mi in
|
~24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 15.3 mi | 16m |
| US 49 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Washington Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Ridge Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West el Bonito Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hugh Seymour Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Shore Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 15.3 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulf Hills, MS and West Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on West el Bonito Drive
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
West el Bonito Drive
2
Turn right onto Shore Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Shore Drive
3
Continue on Shore Drive
192 ft
·
8 sec
·
Shore Drive
4
Continue on Ridge Road
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Ridge Road
5
Turn left
288 ft
·
12 sec
6
Continue on Hugh Seymour Lane
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Hugh Seymour Lane
7
Turn left onto MS 609
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Avenue
8
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
9
Merge onto I 10
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 10
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
11
Merge onto US 49
456 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 49
12
Turn straight onto US 49
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 49
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
424 ft
·
14 sec
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Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue
31 ft
·
0 sec
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Arkansas Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Arkansas Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 10.3 miles from Gulf Hills, MS, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20.7 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.3 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Gulfport, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gulf Hills, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gulf Hills, MS
This is one driving day of about 20.7 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gulf Hills, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 15.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.3 mi from Gulf Hills, MS · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.3 miles from Gulf Hills, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Gulfport, MS
The final approach into West Gulfport, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around West Gulfport, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.13 one way
$6.25 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.72 | $7.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Gulfport, MS
Late night in West Gulfport on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
28m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Gulf Hills, MS to West Gulfport, MS covers 20.7 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, US 49, Washington Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.3 miles from Gulf Hills, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Shore Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MS 609 / Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Gulf Hills, MS to West Gulfport, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
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