How far is Diamondhead, MS from Gulfport, MS?
The driving distance from Diamondhead, MS to Gulfport, MS is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Diamondhead and Gulfport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Diamondhead and Gulfport.
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Start on the route
42 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
116 m · 22 sec
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Turn left
1187 ft · 54 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Diamondhead Drive West
1 km · 2 min · Diamondhead Drive West
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Turn left onto Kino Street
799 ft · 37 sec · Kino Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Kapalama Drive
1.2 mi · 4 min · Kapalama Drive
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Turn right onto Vic Faye Road
912 ft · 25 sec · Vic Faye Road
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Continue on Faye Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Faye Road
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Turn right onto Kiln Delisle Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Kiln Delisle Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1477 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
12.9 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
2617 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight
4.3 mi · 8 min
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Continue on 25th Avenue
66 m · 16 sec · 25th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 25th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Diamondhead and Gulfport.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Kiln Delisle Road
Merge slight left
12.9 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Diamondhead and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gulfport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Diamondhead to Gulfport?
The road trip is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Long Beach is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.3 miles from Diamondhead and 11.4 miles from Gulfport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.03 one way or $6.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Diamondhead and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gulfport.
Stop Ideas Near Long Beach
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Diamondhead and Gulfport. Straight-line distance: 16.27 mi (26.18 km).
#1 Diamondhead
City in Hancock County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 8,058 |
| Coordinates | 30.3946400, -89.3639400 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gulfport
The second most populous city in Harrison County, Mississippi.
| Population | 71,438 |
| Coordinates | 30.3674200, -89.0928200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: 25th Avenue (-89.092823, 30.36742)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.41 | $6.81 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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