How far is Gulfport, MS from Richton, MS?
The driving distance from Gulfport, MS to Richton, MS is about 92 miles (148 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.5 miles (110.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 01m 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 02h 00m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gulfport and Richton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport and Richton.
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Start on 25th Avenue
60.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min · 25th Avenue
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
2525 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
14.3 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
152 m · 8 sec
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Take the exit slight left
609 ft · 19 sec
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Turn slight left
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Buck Creek Road
2077 ft · 42 sec · Buck Creek Road
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Continue on Old Augusta Road
12 mi · 21 min · Old Augusta Road
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Continue on Bay Avenue
127 m · 20 sec · Bay Avenue
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Turn left onto Pecan Street
724 ft · 24 sec · Pecan Street
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Turn right onto Dogwood Avenue
110 m · 14 sec · Dogwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Oak Street
21 m · 3 sec · Oak Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gulfport and Richton.
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 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 Richton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gulfport to Richton?
The road trip is about 92 miles (148 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Wiggins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46 miles from Gulfport and 45.9 miles from Richton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.5 miles (110.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.5 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.27 one way or $24.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gulfport and Sunny near Richton.
Stop Ideas Near Wiggins
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 Wiggins.
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Hattiesburg station
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Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gulfport and Richton. Straight-line distance: 68.44 mi (110.15 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 Richton
City in Perry County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,066 |
| Coordinates | 31.3493400, -88.9400500 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richton (-88.94005, 31.34934)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 148 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $12.27 | $24.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.80 | $27.60 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.99 | $29.97 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.54 | $35.09 |
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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