New Orleans to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Orleans from West Gulfport?

The distance from New Orleans to West Gulfport is 66.2 miles (106.6 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located ENE of New Orleans. By car, the driving distance is approximately 82.8 miles, taking about 1h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States — New Orleans in Louisiana and West Gulfport in Mississippi.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 New Orleans 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.