How far is Gulfport, MS from Morton, MS?

The driving distance from Gulfport, MS to Morton, MS is about 158.4 miles (254.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 141.2 miles (227.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
158.41 mi
03h 25m
Flight
141.19 mi
227.22 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
141.19 mi
Kilometers
227.22 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
158.41 mi
Kilometers
254.94 km
Drive Time
03h 25m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Morton
Tue, May 5, 4:39 AM CDT
Return by in Gulfport
Tue, May 5, 8:05 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gulfport
2026-05-05T01:13
Arrive Morton
Tue, May 5, 4:39 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:26 AM to 11:26 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:08 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gulfport
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Sumrall
MS

City in Lamar County, Mississippi, United States of America

From Gulfport
79.3 mi
01h 42m
To Morton
79 mi
01h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
82°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gulfport and Morton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport and Morton.

  1. 1

    Start on 25th Avenue

    60.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min · 25th Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  3. 3

    Turn straight

    10.3 mi · 16 min

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    5.4 mi · 7 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    5.3 mi · 6 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    1077 ft · 14 sec

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    38 mi · 46 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right

    886 ft · 24 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Highway 13 North

    15.5 mi · 23 min · Highway 13 North

  11. 11

    Continue on State Highway 13

    15.8 mi · 23 min · State Highway 13

  12. 12

    Turn right

    1 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Morris Tullos Drive

    132 m · 12 sec · Morris Tullos Drive

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Morris Tullos Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gulfport and Morton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
25th Avenue
116 mi · 73%
State Highway 13
15.8 mi · 10%
Highway 13 North
15.5 mi · 10%
Morris Tullos Drive
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 25m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.2 mi
141.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sumrall
01h 42m from Gulfport
Leave By
10:08 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Gulfport and Mostly Sunny near Morton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gulfport to Morton?

The road trip is about 158.4 miles (254.9 km) and usually takes 03h 25m 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 79.3 miles from Gulfport and 79 miles from Morton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 141.2 miles (227.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:08 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.17 one way or $42.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gulfport and Mostly Sunny near Morton.

Stop Ideas Near Sumrall

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Sumrall, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sumrall.

BUS

Hattiesburg, MS

16 mi away
7297 US Highway 49
RAIL

Hattiesburg station

26 mi away
308 Newman St.
RAIL

Laurel station

50 mi away
230 North Maple Street
RAIL

Brookhaven

87 mi away
East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gulfport and Morton. Straight-line distance: 141.19 mi (227.22 km).

Gulfport

#1 Gulfport

The second most populous city in Harrison County, Mississippi.

Population71,438
Coordinates30.3674200, -89.0928200
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Morton

#2 Morton

City in Scott County, Mississippi, USA

Population3,522
Coordinates32.3537600, -89.6545200
Altitude144
CountryUnited States
Start: Gulfport (-89.09282, 30.36742)
End: Morton (-89.65452, 32.35376)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 255 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 10m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.59 gal
21.16 L · about $21.17
Round trip
$42.34
11.18 gal · 42.32 L
Estimated CO2
49.7 kg one way
Round trip: 99.4 kg / 219 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $21.17 $42.34
Mid-grade $4.26 $23.81 $47.62
Premium $4.63 $25.85 $51.71
Diesel $5.42 $30.27 $60.54

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Gulfport and Morton. The current time is 01:13:30.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.