Origin
Gulfport, MS
Late night in Gulfport on Thursday
Local time
2:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
40.3 mi
65 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gulfport, MS
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Escatawpa, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS covers 40.3 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10 East, MS 63, MS 613 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Drive Character
Expect a 47m drive with frequent turns across 40.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 East is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 East | — | — |
| MS 63 | — | — |
| MS 613 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 10 East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Escatawpa, MS.
1
Start on 25th Avenue
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
25th Avenue
2
Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Mobile
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 10 East: Mobile
3
Merge slight left
34 mi
·
36 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward MS 63: East Moss Point, East Pascagoula
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
MS 63: East Moss Point, East Pascagoula
5
Keep slight left
236 ft
·
10 sec
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
7
Take the exit slight left
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
8
Merge slight left
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
9
Take the exit slight right toward MS 613: Moss Point, Pascagoula
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
MS 613: Moss Point, Pascagoula
10
Keep slight right
266 ft
·
7 sec
11
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Gulfport, MS · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Escatawpa, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Escatawpa, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.09 one way
$12.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.23 | $14.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.90 | $17.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Escatawpa, MS
Late night in Escatawpa on Thursday
Local time
2:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m 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 Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS covers 40.3 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10 East, MS 63, MS 613. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.2 miles from Gulfport, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.09 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.
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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