Columbus, Mississippi to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217.2 miles 349.5 km · straight line
271.5 miles estimated 436.9 km · driving distance
5h 28min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
191° S bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Mississippi from West Gulfport?

The distance from Columbus, Mississippi to West Gulfport is 217.2 miles (349.5 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located S of Columbus, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 271.5 miles, taking about 5h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Mississippi 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 Columbus, Mississippi to West Gulfport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 28min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 34min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 12min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Mississippi & West Gulfport

Quick Facts

Columbus, Mississippi
33.50°N, 88.43°W
America/Chicago
66m 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 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients