Origin
Lumberton, MS
Late night in Lumberton on Saturday
Local time
5:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lumberton, MS to West Gulfport, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
56.1 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lumberton, MS
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West Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
Lumberton, MS to West Gulfport, MS is 56.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via US 49, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's easily manageable in a single day. You'll spend most of your time on US 49, making it a practical option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two areas without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 56.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 69% of your drive utilizing major roadways like US 49. Expect longer stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 38.9 miles on US 49. The journey will feel like a steady progression, primarily on well-maintained highways, with some transitions onto local roads like West Main Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard as you approach your destination. It’s designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and West Main Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 13 / West Main Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lumberton, MS to West Gulfport, MS is easy. At 1h 13m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 13 / West Main Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 54.1 miles (US 49): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 13 / West Main Avenue
Turn right onto MS 13 / West Main Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
17.2 mi into trip
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~24m in
|
US 49
Merge onto US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
US 49
Turn straight onto US 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
56 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
|
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
56.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
Arkansas Avenue
Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 38.9 mi | 47m |
| West Main Avenue | 17.2 mi | 24m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Highway 11 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Arkansas Avenue | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 38.9 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lumberton, MS and West Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on US 11
31 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 11
2
Turn right onto MS 13
17 mi
·
24 min
·
West Main Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Merge onto US 49
37 mi
·
44 min
·
US 49
4
Turn straight onto US 49
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 49
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
424 ft
·
14 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue
31 ft
·
0 sec
·
Arkansas Avenue
7
Arrive at destination
Arkansas Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.1 mi from Lumberton, MS · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.1 miles from Lumberton, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.36 one way
$16.73 round trip
$3.79/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
| premium | $4.63 | $10.22 | $20.43 |
| diesel | $5.42 | $11.96 | $23.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Saturday
Local time
5:16 AM
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
8 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 13m 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 Lumberton, MS to West Gulfport, MS covers 56.1 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, West Main Avenue, Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.1 miles from Lumberton, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.36 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 Lumberton, MS to West Gulfport, MS is easy. At 1h 13m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 13 / West Main Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (US 49): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 54.1 miles (US 49): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lumberton, MS to West Gulfport, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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