Gulfport to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gulfport from New Orleans?

The distance from Gulfport to New Orleans is 65.2 miles (104.9 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located WSW of Gulfport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 81.5 miles, taking about 1h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States — Gulfport in Mississippi and New Orleans in Louisiana.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gulfport and New Orleans. 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.