Origin
West Gulfport, MS
Evening in West Gulfport on Thursday
Local time
7:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
51.4 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Gulfport, MS
N Qurash
Wade, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
The drive from West Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS covers 51.4 miles and takes about 58m 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, US 49 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 $7.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 51.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 58m highway drive covering 51.4 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 10 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. 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.
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 58m drive. You will face about 7 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 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Mobile
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 East: Mobile
3
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
36.5 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
36.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 West Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Pascagoula along the way.
Pascagoula
36.5 mi in
|
~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 34.2 mi | 36m |
| MS 63 | 14.5 mi | 16m |
| US 49 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Wade-Vancleave Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Arkansas Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 34.2 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Gulfport, MS and Wade, 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
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 49
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 10 East: Mobile
5
Merge onto I 10
34 mi
·
36 min
·
I 10
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward MS 63: East Moss Point, East Pascagoula
7
Keep slight left at fork
235 ft
·
10 sec
8
Turn left onto MS 63
15 mi
·
16 min
·
MS 63
9
Turn left onto Wade-Vancleave Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Wade-Vancleave Road
10
Arrive at destination
Wade-Vancleave Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.7 mi from West Gulfport, MS · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from West Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wade, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Wade, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.76 one way
$15.53 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.23 | $18.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Wade, MS
Evening in Wade on Thursday
Local time
7:55 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
5 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
58m 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 Wade, MS covers 51.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, MS 63, US 49. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.7 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 $7.76 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 58m drive. You will face about 7 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 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from West Gulfport, MS to Wade, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Pascagoula along the way.
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