Lakeland to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lakeland from West Gulfport?

The distance from Lakeland to West Gulfport is 460.6 miles (741.3 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located WNW of Lakeland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 552.8 miles, taking about 11h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Lakeland in Florida and West Gulfport in Mississippi.

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 Lakeland 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.