How far is West Gulfport, MS from Petal, MS?
The driving distance from West Gulfport, MS to Petal, MS is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.9 miles (106 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m 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 01h 30m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Gulfport and Petal.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Gulfport and Petal.
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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
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Edwards Street
2.8 mi · 6 min · Edwards Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto James Street
142 m · 11 sec · James Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Hall Avenue
4 m · 1 sec · Hall Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Hall Avenue
1905 ft · 58 sec · Hall Avenue
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Turn left onto South Tipton Street
2739 ft · 1 min · South Tipton Street
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Turn right onto River Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · River Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East 4th Avenue
49 m · 7 sec · East 4th Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Morris Street
1212 ft · 33 sec · Morris Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Morris Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Gulfport and Petal.
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
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57.6 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving West Gulfport and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Petal.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Gulfport to Petal?
The road trip is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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 34.4 miles from West Gulfport and 34.2 miles from Petal.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.9 miles (106 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.16 one way or $18.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around West Gulfport and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Petal.
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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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Gulfport and Petal. Straight-line distance: 65.86 mi (105.99 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 Petal
Suburb city of Hattiesburg, located in Forrest County, Mississippi
| Population | 10,692 |
| Coordinates | 31.3465600, -89.2600600 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
End: Petal (-89.26006, 31.34656)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.31 | $20.61 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.19 | $22.38 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.10 | $26.21 |
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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