How far is Gulfport, MS from Escatawpa, MS?
The driving distance from Gulfport, MS to Escatawpa, MS is about 40.3 miles (64.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Jackson County, Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gulfport and Escatawpa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport and Escatawpa.
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Start on 25th Avenue
4.3 mi · 7 min · 25th Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Mobile
2435 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
34.2 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 63: East Moss Point, East Pascagoula
1096 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left
72 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
838 ft · 16 sec
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Take the exit slight left
1791 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
2008 ft · 25 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 613: Moss Point, Pascagoula
1050 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right
81 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gulfport and Escatawpa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
34.2 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Gulfport and Sunny near Escatawpa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gulfport to Escatawpa?
The road trip is about 40.3 miles (64.9 km) and usually takes 00h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gulf Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.1 miles from Gulfport and 20.2 miles from Escatawpa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.38 one way or $10.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gulfport and Sunny near Escatawpa.
Stop Ideas Near Gulf Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gulf Hills.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gulfport and Escatawpa. Straight-line distance: 33.11 mi (53.29 km).
#1 Gulfport
The second most populous city in Harrison County, Mississippi.
| Population | 71,438 |
| Coordinates | 30.3674200, -89.0928200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Escatawpa
Census designated place
| Population | 3,722 |
| Coordinates | 30.4404800, -88.5436300 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Escatawpa (-88.54363, 30.44048)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.38 | $10.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.05 | $12.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.57 | $13.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
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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