Trip from Magnolia, 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

2h 31m

Distance

137.5 mi

221 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 21m ★

6 AM

2h 31m

8 AM

2h 51m

10 AM

2h 38m

12 PM

2h 36m

3 PM

2h 39m

5 PM

2h 50m

8 PM

2h 25m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Magnolia, MS to West Gulfport, MS covers 137.5 miles and takes about 2h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55, Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.2 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.77 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

68.7 miles from Magnolia, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 137.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 31m highway drive covering 137.5 miles, with most of the trip on West Florida Republic Parkway and I 55. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.2 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway.

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.

West Florida Republic Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 48.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and I 55. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 48 / East Bay Street.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 31m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 48 / East Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 47.7 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

5

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MS 48 / East Bay Street

Turn left onto MS 48 / East Bay Street

Navigation decision point

5

47.5 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the exit toward I 12 East: Slidell

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 29A Toward I 12 East: Slidell

5

47.7 mi into trip | ~53m in | I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway

Merge onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5

135.1 mi into trip | ~2h 27m 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

137.4 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in | Arkansas Avenue

Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
West Florida Republic Parkway	48.2 mi	51m
I 55	44.2 mi	47m
Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway	39.3 mi	42m
South Clark Avenue	2.5 mi	3m
US 49	1.7 mi	2m
MS 568	0.4 mi	<1m
East Bay Street	0.2 mi	<1m
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: West Florida Republic Parkway — 48.2 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Railroad Avenue North

79 ft · 9 sec · West Railroad Avenue North

2

Turn left onto MS 48

0.2 mi · 24 sec · East Bay Street

3

Turn left onto US 51

2.5 mi · 3 min · South Clark Avenue

4

Turn right onto MS 568

0.4 mi · 43 sec · MS 568

5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

6

Merge onto I 55

44 mi · 47 min · I 55

7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Exit 29A Toward I 12 East: Slidell

8

Merge onto I 12

47 mi · 50 min · West Florida Republic Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

9

Continue on I 12

0.7 mi · 43 sec · West Florida Republic Parkway

Exit 85C Toward I 10: Bay Saint Louis

10

Merge onto I 10

39 mi · 42 min · Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway

11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport

12

Turn straight onto US 49

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 49

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

13

Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard

424 ft · 14 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard

14

Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue

31 ft · 0 sec · 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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 68.7 miles from Magnolia, MS, or about 1h 15m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.2 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 30 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 68.7 miles or 1h 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 2h 3m

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 Magnolia, 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 Magnolia, MS

This is one driving day of about 137.5 miles and 2h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Magnolia, MS.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on West Florida Republic Parkway for about 48.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 68.7 mi from Magnolia, MS · 1h 15m into the drive

city in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Slidell, LA

69 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

Amite, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Covington, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.7 miles from Magnolia, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Rusty Pelican - Covington

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Covington, Louisiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 68.7

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19854002600

Visit website

The Boston Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Amite City, Louisiana

1.6 mi

Tope La Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hammond, Louisiana

1.8 mi

Rusty Pelican - Covington

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 68.7

Covington, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19854002600

Visit website

The Boston Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 29.5

Amite City, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19857485555

Visit website

Tope La Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 49.1

Hammond, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19855427600

Visit website

Our Mom's Restaurant and Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 49.1

Hammond, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19856625038

Visit website

Copeland's of New Orleans

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 68.7

Covington, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19858099659

Visit website

Country Kitchen

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.5

Mandeville, Louisiana

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+19856265375

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 68.7

Covington, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 49.1

Hammond, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 49.1

Hammond, Louisiana

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18889982546

Visit website

Pilot Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

+12283142100

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+18776642738

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12283142100

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 98.2

Slidell, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

Camp Moore Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 19.6

Kentwood, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+19852292438

Visit website

Kliebert & Son’s Gator Tours

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 49.1

Ponchatoula, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+19853453617

Visit website

TrainTastic! Train Museum formerly: Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12282845731

Visit website

Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16012992816

Visit website

Fairview-Riverside State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 68.7

Madisonville, Louisiana

+19858453318

Visit website

Mississippi Aquarium

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12282411300

Visit website

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 137.5

Gulfport, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12288976039

Visit website

Maritime Museum Louisiana

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 68.7

Madisonville, Louisiana

Hours: 1–4 pm

+19858459200

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.77 one way

$41.53 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$22.80	$45.59
premium	$4.56	$24.68	$49.36
diesel	$5.61	$30.36	$60.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	41.3	$14.44	$6.60
Efficient EV	34.4	$12.03	$5.50
EV Truck/SUV	55	$19.25	$8.80

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (67% 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

Magnolia, MS

Evening in Magnolia on Friday

Local time

8:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Gulfport, MS

Evening in West Gulfport on Friday

Local time

8:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°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

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

2h 31m 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 Magnolia, MS to West Gulfport, MS covers 137.5 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are West Florida Republic Parkway, I 55, Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 68.7 miles from Magnolia, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.77 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 2h 31m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 48 / East Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 47.7 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Magnolia, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in West Gulfport, MS

Nearby Places

Rusty Pelican - Covington

Rusty Pelican - Covington

The Boston Restaurant

Tope La Restaurant

Our Mom's Restaurant and Bar

Copeland's of New Orleans

Country Kitchen

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Pilot Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Camp Moore Museum

Kliebert & Son’s Gator Tours

TrainTastic! Train Museum formerly: Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum

Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum

Fairview-Riverside State Park

Mississippi Aquarium

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Maritime Museum Louisiana

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Magnolia, MS

West Gulfport, MS

Same local time

8 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 31m on the road

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