Port Arthur to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Port Arthur from West Gulfport?

The distance from Port Arthur to West Gulfport is 291.9 miles (469.7 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located E of Port Arthur. By car, the driving distance is approximately 364.8 miles, taking about 7h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Port Arthur in Texas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Port Arthur 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.