How far is Hazlehurst, MS from Gulfport, MS?
The driving distance from Hazlehurst, MS to Gulfport, MS is about 160.6 miles (258.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.7 miles (207.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 39m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.
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.
Human settlement in Pike County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hazlehurst and Gulfport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazlehurst and Gulfport.
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Start on West Gallatin Street
26 m · 5 sec · West Gallatin Street
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Turn left onto Caldwell Drive
530 ft · 12 sec · Caldwell Drive
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Continue on South Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Street
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Turn right onto County Farm Road
1 mi · 3 min · County Farm Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 55
1351 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
94.9 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 12 East: Slidell
1124 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
47.5 mi · 51 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Continue on West Florida Republic Parkway
1.1 km · 44 sec · West Florida Republic Parkway
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Merge slight left onto Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway
39.3 mi · 42 min · Stephen E Ambrose Memorial Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
2617 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight
4.3 mi · 8 min
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Continue on 25th Avenue
66 m · 16 sec · 25th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 25th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hazlehurst and Gulfport.
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 55
Merge slight left
94.9 mi · 01h 42m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Sunny leaving Hazlehurst and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gulfport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hazlehurst to Gulfport?
The road trip is about 160.6 miles (258.4 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Osyka is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.1 miles from Hazlehurst and 65.5 miles from Gulfport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.7 miles (207.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.9 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 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.43 one way or $42.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Sunny around Hazlehurst and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gulfport.
Stop Ideas Near Osyka
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 Osyka.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hazlehurst and Gulfport. Straight-line distance: 128.77 mi (207.24 km).
#1 Hazlehurst
City in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 3,689 |
| Coordinates | 31.8604400, -90.3959300 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gulfport
The second most populous city in Harrison County, Mississippi.
| Population | 71,438 |
| Coordinates | 30.3674200, -89.0928200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: 25th Avenue (-89.092823, 30.36742)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $21.43 | $42.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.11 | $48.21 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.18 | $52.36 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.65 | $61.30 |
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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