Tuscaloosa to West Gulfport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

213.5 miles 343.6 km · straight line
266.9 miles estimated 429.5 km · driving distance
5h 22min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Tuscaloosa from West Gulfport?

The distance from Tuscaloosa to West Gulfport is 213.5 miles (343.6 km) as the crow flies. West Gulfport is located SSW of Tuscaloosa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.9 miles, taking about 5h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Tuscaloosa in Alabama and West Gulfport in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa to West Gulfport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 22min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 26min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 6min $32–$93* Comfort

Quick Facts

Tuscaloosa
33.21°N, 87.57°W
America/Chicago
67m 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 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients