How far is West Gulfport, MS from Byram, MS?
The driving distance from West Gulfport, MS to Byram, MS is about 150.9 miles (242.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.2 miles (225.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 22m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Gulfport and Byram.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Gulfport and Byram.
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Start on Arkansas Avenue
9 m · 6 sec · Arkansas Avenue
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
129 m · 14 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
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Turn left
57.6 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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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
5.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
1077 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
57.4 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Turn left onto MS 469
2414 ft · 50 sec · MS 469
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Continue on West Main Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Florence Byram Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Florence Byram Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Florence Byram Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Florence Byram Road
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Continue on Florence-Byram Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Florence-Byram Road
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Continue on Swinging Bridge Road
2297 ft · 46 sec · Swinging Bridge Road
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Continue on Old Byram Road
853 ft · 17 sec · Old Byram Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Siwell Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Gulfport and Byram.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
57.6 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving West Gulfport and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Byram.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Gulfport to Byram?
The road trip is about 150.9 miles (242.8 km) and usually takes 03h 11m 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?
West Hattiesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.6 miles from West Gulfport and 75.3 miles from Byram.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.2 miles (225.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 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 10:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.15 one way or $40.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around West Gulfport and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Byram.
Stop Ideas Near West Hattiesburg
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 West Hattiesburg.
Hattiesburg station
Hattiesburg, MS
Laurel station
Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Gulfport and Byram. Straight-line distance: 140.22 mi (225.67 km).
#1 West Gulfport
A census-designated place in Harrison County, Mississippi.
| Population | 71,329 |
| Coordinates | 30.4040900, -89.0942000 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Byram
City in Hinds County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 11,265 |
| Coordinates | 32.1793200, -90.2453700 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
End: Byram (-90.24537, 32.17932)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 243 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $20.15 | $40.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.66 | $45.32 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.61 | $49.21 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.81 | $57.62 |
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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