How far is Gulfport, MS from Hillsboro, MS?
The driving distance from Gulfport, MS to Hillsboro, MS is about 160.4 miles (258.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.6 miles (236 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 37m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lamar County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gulfport and Hillsboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport and Hillsboro.
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Start on 25th Avenue
60.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min · 25th Avenue
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn straight
10.3 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
1077 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
16.2 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2903 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
10 mi · 15 min
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
42.6 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Turn left onto Old Jackson Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Old Jackson Road
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Turn right onto Hillsboro-Ludlow Road
129 m · 19 sec · Hillsboro-Ludlow Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hillsboro-Ludlow Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gulfport and Hillsboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
25th Avenue
Start on 25th Avenue
60.1 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Gulfport and Partly Sunny near Hillsboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gulfport to Hillsboro?
The road trip is about 160.4 miles (258.1 km) and usually takes 03h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sumrall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.3 miles from Gulfport and 80 miles from Hillsboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.6 miles (236 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.01 one way or $42.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gulfport and Partly Sunny near Hillsboro.
Stop Ideas Near Sumrall
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 Sumrall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gulfport and Hillsboro. Straight-line distance: 146.62 mi (235.97 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 Hillsboro
Hillsboro is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.4593100, -89.5114600 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hillsboro (-89.51146, 32.45931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.71 | $21.01 | $42.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.20 | $23.77 | $47.54 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.98 | $51.96 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $32.70 | $65.40 |
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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