How far is West Gulfport, MS from Hillsboro, MS?
The driving distance from West Gulfport, MS to Hillsboro, MS is about 158 miles (254.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.1 miles (231.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lamar 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 West Gulfport and Hillsboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Gulfport and Hillsboro.
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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
16.2 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2903 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
10 mi · 15 min
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
42.6 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Turn left onto Old Jackson Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Old Jackson Road
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Turn right onto Hillsboro-Ludlow Road
129 m · 19 sec · Hillsboro-Ludlow Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hillsboro-Ludlow Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Gulfport and Hillsboro.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Gulfport and Partly Sunny near Hillsboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Gulfport to Hillsboro?
The road trip is about 158 miles (254.2 km) and usually takes 03h 32m 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?
Sumrall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.1 miles from West Gulfport and 78.9 miles from Hillsboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.1 miles (231.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:54 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.68 one way or $41.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Gulfport and Partly Sunny near Hillsboro.
Stop Ideas Near Sumrall
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 Sumrall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Gulfport and Hillsboro. Straight-line distance: 144.11 mi (231.93 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 Hillsboro
Hillsboro is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.4593100, -89.5114600 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hillsboro (-89.51146, 32.45931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 254 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $3.71 | $20.68 | $41.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.20 | $23.39 | $46.79 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.57 | $51.13 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $32.18 | $64.36 |
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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