Gulfport to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

377.6 miles 607.7 km · straight line
403.1 miles actual route 648.8 km · driving distance
7h 29min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Gulfport from Houston?

The distance from Gulfport to Houston is 377.6 miles (607.7 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located W of Gulfport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 403.1 miles, taking about 7h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Gulfport in Mississippi and Houston in Texas.

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 Gulfport and Houston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Gulfport to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 29min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 59min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 7min $48–$141* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Gulfport
30.37°N, 89.09°W
America/Chicago
6m elevation
Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 126 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM