How far is Gulfport, MS from Wiggins, MS?
The driving distance from Gulfport, MS to Wiggins, MS is about 185.8 miles (299 km), with a travel time of about 04h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.5 miles (264.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 06m.
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 Covington County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gulfport and Wiggins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport and Wiggins.
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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
5.5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
42.2 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right
886 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto Highway 13 North
15.5 mi · 23 min · Highway 13 North
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Continue on State Highway 13
34.4 mi · 51 min · State Highway 13
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Turn straight onto Canton Avenue
6.2 mi · 9 min · Canton Avenue
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
1931 ft · 53 sec
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Keep slight left
94 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
45 m · 4 sec
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Turn left
1864 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left
155 m · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Willis Road
1005 ft · 44 sec · Willis Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Willis Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gulfport and Wiggins.
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.
Sunny leaving Gulfport and Sunny near Wiggins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gulfport to Wiggins?
The road trip is about 185.8 miles (299 km) and usually takes 04h 06m 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?
Collins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.1 miles from Gulfport and 92.8 miles from Wiggins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.5 miles (264.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.3 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 8:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.84 one way or $49.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gulfport and Sunny near Wiggins.
Stop Ideas Near Collins
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 Collins.
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Laurel station
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Hazlehurst station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gulfport and Wiggins. Straight-line distance: 164.46 mi (264.67 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 Wiggins
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 4,524 |
| Coordinates | 32.7020800, -89.6367400 |
| Altitude | 115 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wiggins (-89.63674, 32.70208)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 299 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $24.84 | $49.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.94 | $55.88 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.34 | $60.68 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.52 | $71.04 |
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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