Fort Myers to Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Myers from Gulfport?

The distance from Fort Myers to Gulfport is 508.3 miles (818 km) as the crow flies. Gulfport is located WNW of Fort Myers. By car, the driving distance is approximately 609.9 miles, taking about 12h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Fort Myers in Florida and Gulfport in Mississippi.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Fort Myers and 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.