Birmingham, Alabama to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.8 miles 408.4 km · straight line
317.2 miles estimated 510.5 km · driving distance
6h 23min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from West Gulfport?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to West Gulfport is 253.8 miles (408.4 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located SSW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.2 miles, taking about 6h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and West Gulfport in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Birmingham, Alabama 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.

How to Get from Birmingham, Alabama to West Gulfport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 23min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 40min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 4min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & West Gulfport

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
West Gulfport
30.40°N, 89.09°W
America/Chicago
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients