Origin
West Gulfport, MS
Late night in West Gulfport on Monday
Local time
2:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Gulfport, MS to Bruce, MS
Drive Time
6h 12m
Distance
305 mi
491 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 0m
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6 AM
6h 12m
8 AM
6h 38m
10 AM
6h 21m
12 PM
6h 19m
3 PM
6h 23m
5 PM
6h 37m
8 PM
6h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Gulfport, MS
大 董
Bruce, MS
Nothing Ahead
Trip Overview
The drive from West Gulfport, MS to Bruce, MS covers 305 miles and takes about 6h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Jackson, MS 7 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
152.5 miles from West Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 12m drive with frequent turns across 305 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 12m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Gulfport, MS to Bruce, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jackson | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MS 7 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Depot Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oklahoma Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Johnson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Gulfport, MS and Bruce, MS.
1
Start on Arkansas Avenue
30 ft
·
6 sec
·
Arkansas Avenue
2
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
423 ft
·
14 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
3
Turn left
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
4
Continue straight
2.4 mi
·
2 min
5
Turn straight
10 mi
·
16 min
6
Continue straight
5.4 mi
·
6 min
7
Continue straight
5.3 mi
·
6 min
8
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
9
Continue straight
4.2 mi
·
4 min
10
Continue straight
66 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
11
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
12
Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson
13
Keep slight right
0.9 mi
·
1 min
14
Merge slight left
117 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward MS 7 North: Coffeeville
13 mi
·
14 min
·
MS 7 North: Coffeeville
16
Take the exit slight right
246 ft
·
7 sec
17
Turn straight onto Depot Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Depot Street
18
Keep slight right to continue on Depot Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Depot Street
19
Turn left onto Oklahoma Street
482 ft
·
12 sec
·
Oklahoma Street
20
Turn right onto Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
21
Turn right
17 mi
·
30 min
22
Turn right
3.0 mi
·
5 min
23
Turn left
417 ft
·
9 sec
24
Turn right onto West Johnson Street
423 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Johnson Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 152.5 miles from West Gulfport, MS, or about 3h 6m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.5 miles or 3h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bruce, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Gulfport, 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 West Gulfport, MS
This is one driving day of about 305 miles and 6h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Gulfport, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 152.5 mi from West Gulfport, MS · 3h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
153 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
Arriving in Bruce, MS
The final approach into Bruce, 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 Bruce, 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
$46.63 one way
$93.25 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $51.14 | $102.28 |
| premium | $4.61 | $55.36 | $110.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $67.76 | $135.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91.5 | 1 | $32.03 | $14.64 |
| Efficient EV | 76.3 | 0 | $26.69 | $12.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122 | 1 | $42.70 | $19.52 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Bruce, MS
Late night in Bruce on Monday
Local time
2:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°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
21 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
6h 12m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from West Gulfport, MS to Bruce, MS covers 305 miles and takes about 6h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Jackson, MS 7 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 152.5 miles from West Gulfport, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 12m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Gulfport, MS to Bruce, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Gulfport, MS to Bruce, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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