How far is Gulfport, MS from Picayune, MS?
The driving distance from Gulfport, MS to Picayune, MS is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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 Hancock County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gulfport and Picayune.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport and Picayune.
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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
20.3 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 43, MS 603: Bay Saint Louis, Kiln, Picayune
1804 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right
77 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Texas Flat Road
13.4 mi · 23 min · Texas Flat Road
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Turn right onto State Highway 607
3.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 607
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Continue straight
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto East Canal Street
638 ft · 18 sec · East Canal Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Canal Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gulfport and Picayune.
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 West
Merge slight left
20.3 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Gulfport and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Picayune.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gulfport to Picayune?
The road trip is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Diamondhead is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Gulfport and 24.4 miles from Picayune.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.51 one way or $13.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Gulfport and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Picayune.
Stop Ideas Near Diamondhead
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 Diamondhead.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gulfport and Picayune. Straight-line distance: 36.52 mi (58.78 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 Picayune
City in Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 10,886 |
| Coordinates | 30.5255600, -89.6778800 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
End: Picayune (-89.67788, 30.52556)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.33 | $14.65 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.31 | $18.63 |
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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