Hilton Head Island to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

507.9 miles 817.4 km · straight line
609.5 miles estimated 980.9 km · driving distance
12h 16min estimated drive time
$59 - $72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hilton Head Island from West Gulfport?

The distance from Hilton Head Island to West Gulfport is 507.9 miles (817.4 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located WSW of Hilton Head Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 609.5 miles, taking about 12h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Hilton Head Island in South Carolina and West 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 Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island to West Gulfport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 16min $59 - $72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 43min $49–$91* Budget
Train ~15h 57min $73–$213* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hilton Head Island & West Gulfport

Quick Facts

Hilton Head Island
32.22°N, 80.75°W
America/New_York
3m 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 169 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients