Athens, Georgia to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Georgia from West Gulfport?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to West Gulfport is 414.8 miles (667.5 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located SW of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 497.7 miles, taking about 10h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and West Gulfport in Mississippi.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Georgia and West Gulfport. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.