Origin
West Gulfport, MS
Afternoon in West Gulfport on Monday
Local time
1:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Gulfport, MS to Diamondhead, MS
Drive Time
30m
Distance
22.4 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Gulfport, MS to Diamondhead, MS covers 22.4 miles and takes about 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, US 49, Diamondhead Drive North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.4 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.42 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.2 miles from West Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 30m highway drive covering 22.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and US 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.4 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 18 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 17.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 11 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 (Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.2 miles (Gex Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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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Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: New Orleans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 10 West: New Orleans
6
20.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
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Gex Drive
Enter roundabout onto Gex Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
20.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
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Diamondhead Drive North
Enter roundabout onto Diamondhead Drive North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
22.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 17.4 mi | 18m |
| US 49 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Diamondhead Drive North | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Gex Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Analii Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Arkansas Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 17.4 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Gulfport, MS and Diamondhead, MS.
1
Start on Arkansas Avenue
31 ft
·
6 sec
·
Arkansas Avenue
2
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
424 ft
·
14 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 49
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 49
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 10 West: New Orleans
5
Merge onto I 10
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 10
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Diamondhead
7
Turn slight right
195 ft
·
4 sec
8
Turn slight right onto Gex Drive
362 ft
·
10 sec
·
Gex Drive
9
Enter roundabout onto Gex Drive
104 ft
·
3 sec
·
Gex Drive
10
Continue on Gex Drive
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Gex Drive
11
Enter roundabout onto Diamondhead Drive North
452 ft
·
12 sec
·
Diamondhead Drive North
12
Continue on Diamondhead Drive North
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Diamondhead Drive North
13
Turn right onto Analii Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Analii Street
14
Turn right onto Diamondhead Drive North
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Diamondhead Drive North
15
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
16
At end of road, turn right
382 ft
·
17 sec
17
Turn right
136 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.2 miles from West Gulfport, MS, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.4 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 22.4 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.2 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Diamondhead, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 22.4 miles and 30m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 17.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.2 mi from West Gulfport, MS · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.2 miles from West Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Diamondhead, MS
The final approach into Diamondhead, 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 Diamondhead, 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
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.76 | $7.51 |
| premium | $4.61 | $4.07 | $8.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.43 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Diamondhead, MS
Afternoon in Diamondhead on Monday
Local time
1:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
1 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
30m 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 West Gulfport, MS to Diamondhead, MS covers 22.4 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, US 49, Diamondhead Drive North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.2 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 $3.42 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.
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.2 miles (Gex Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from West Gulfport, MS to Diamondhead, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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