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Trip from Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 2m

Distance

53.8 mi

87 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 58m ★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Mississippi, USA

Gulfport, MS

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Downtown Wade, MS, MS

Wade, MS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS covers 53.8 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, MS 63, 25th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.2 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.13 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 53.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 2m highway drive covering 53.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and MS 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.2 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 8 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 34.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and MS 63. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS is easy. At 1h 2m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
4.3 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Mobile

Navigation decision point

Toward I 10 East: Mobile
3
4.7 mi into trip | ~8m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
38.9 mi into trip | ~45m in

Take the exit toward MS 63: East Moss Point, East Pascagoula

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MS 63: East Moss Point, East Pascagoula
5
39.1 mi into trip | ~45m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

3
39.2 mi into trip | ~45m in | MS 63

Turn left onto MS 63

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 Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Pascagoula along the way.

Pascagoula

38.9 mi in | ~45m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 34.2 mi 36m
MS 63 14.5 mi 16m
25th Avenue 4.3 mi 7m
Wade-Vancleave Road 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 34.2 mi, about 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Wade, MS.

1

Start on US 49

4.3 mi · 7 min · 25th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 10 East: Mobile
3

Merge onto I 10

34 mi · 36 min · I 10
4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward MS 63: East Moss Point, East Pascagoula
5

Keep slight left at fork

235 ft · 10 sec
6

Turn left onto MS 63

15 mi · 16 min · MS 63
7

Turn left onto Wade-Vancleave Road

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Wade-Vancleave Road
8

Arrive at destination

Wade-Vancleave Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 26.9 mi from Gulfport, MS · 32m into the drive

Downtown Gulf Hills, MS, MS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Gulf Hills, MS

27 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

D'Iberville, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ocean Springs, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 26.9 miles from Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Wade, MS

The final approach into Wade, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.13 one way

$16.25 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $8.92 $17.84
premium $4.56 $9.66 $19.31
diesel $5.61 $11.88 $23.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$8

Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 16.1 0 $5.65 $2.58
Efficient EV 13.5 0 $4.71 $2.15
EV Truck/SUV 21.5 0 $7.53 $3.44

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Gulfport, MS

Evening in Gulfport on Thursday

Local time

8:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wade, MS

Evening in Wade on Thursday

Local time

8:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°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

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 2m 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 Wade, MS covers 53.8 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, MS 63, 25th 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 26.9 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 $8.13 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.
The drive from Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS is easy. At 1h 2m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Pascagoula along the way.

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