How far is Gulfport, MS from Magnolia, MS?
The driving distance from Gulfport, MS to Magnolia, MS is about 140 miles (225.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.2 miles (156.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gulfport and Magnolia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport and Magnolia.
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Start on 25th Avenue
4.6 mi · 8 min · 25th Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: New Orleans
1436 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
39.8 mi · 43 min
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Keep slight right to continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
1190 ft · 14 sec · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
47.6 mi · 51 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55: Jackson
2308 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
43.9 mi · 47 min · Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1201 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
1368 ft · 31 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto East Bay Street
947 ft · 21 sec · East Bay Street
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Turn right onto West Railroad Avenue North
24 m · 4 sec · West Railroad Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Railroad Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gulfport and Magnolia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West Florida Republic Parkway
Continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
47.6 mi · 00h 51m
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 Magnolia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gulfport to Magnolia?
The road trip is about 140 miles (225.3 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Picayune is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70 miles from Gulfport and 70 miles from Magnolia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.2 miles (156.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.71 one way or $37.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gulfport and Sunny near Magnolia.
Stop Ideas Near Picayune
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 Picayune.
Picayune
Slidell
Gulfport, MS
Hammond
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gulfport and Magnolia. Straight-line distance: 97.21 mi (156.45 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 Magnolia
City in Mississippi
| Population | 2,174 |
| Coordinates | 31.1432300, -90.4587100 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: Magnolia (-90.45871, 31.14323)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $18.71 | $37.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $22.85 | $45.70 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.75 | $53.50 |
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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