Origin
Belmont, MS
Night in Belmont on Saturday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belmont, MS to West Gulfport, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
122.7 mi
197 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
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6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belmont, MS
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West Gulfport, MS
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Trip Overview
This 122.7-mile journey from Belmont to West Gulfport, Mississippi, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 28 minutes. Primarily utilizing MS 63 and I-10, with a brief section on MS 57, the drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, this route offers a straightforward and economical option for getting from the Southeast region of Mississippi to its southern coast. Given its manageable length and highway nature, it's best suited as a direct trip rather than requiring an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.3 miles from Belmont, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 63 | 50.4 mi | 57m |
| I 10 | 34.5 mi | 37m |
| MS 57 | 24.7 mi | 28m |
| US 45 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| Buckatunna Millry Road | 3.4 mi | 13m |
| US 49 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Buckatunna Mount Zion Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 63
— 50.4 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belmont, MS and West Gulfport, MS.
1
Start on Buckatunna Millry Road
3.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Buckatunna Millry Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Buckatunna Mount Zion Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Buckatunna Mount Zion Road
3
Continue on Buckatunna Mount Zion Road
322 ft
·
19 sec
·
Buckatunna Mount Zion Road
4
Turn left onto US 45
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 57
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on MS 57
23 mi
·
25 min
·
MS 57
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on MS 63
50 mi
·
57 min
·
MS 63
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
9
Merge onto I 10
35 mi
·
37 min
·
I 10
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
11
Merge onto US 49
456 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 49
12
Turn straight onto US 49
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 49
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
424 ft
·
14 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue
31 ft
·
0 sec
·
Arkansas Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Arkansas Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 28-minute drive, starting your trip in the morning will allow ample time to reach West Gulfport without feeling rushed. Since the route is only 122.7 miles and primarily highway, you'll have flexibility in when and where you choose to take short breaks. With a fuel cost estimate of $19, keeping your tank topped up is advisable, especially before you get onto the longest stretch of MS 63, which spans 50.4 miles. This direct route doesn't necessitate splitting the drive, making it easy to complete in one go.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 61.3 miles from Belmont, MS, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.3 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Gulfport, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Belmont, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Belmont, MS
This is one driving day of about 122.7 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Belmont, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on MS 63 for about 50.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.3 miles from Belmont, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 122.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
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Buckatunna Mount Zion Road
At end of road, turn left onto Buckatunna Mount Zion Road
Navigation decision point
6
3.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 45
Turn left onto US 45
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
10.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
MS 57
Keep slight right at fork onto MS 57
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
120.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49 South: Gulfport, Airport
5
122.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
Arkansas Avenue
Turn right onto Arkansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.53 one way
$37.06 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.34 | $40.68 |
| premium | $4.56 | $22.02 | $44.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.09 | $54.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.88 | $5.89 |
| Efficient EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Gulfport, MS
Night in West Gulfport on Saturday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 28m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 122.7-mile trip, with 97% of the route being on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion on MS 63, including a continuous stretch of 50.4 miles, before transitioning to I-10 and then MS 57. This profile suggests a consistent pace with limited opportunities for leisurely exploration of local scenery, emphasizing efficient travel over winding backroads. The road character remains largely consistent, built for steady progress rather than diverse driving experiences.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.4 mi on MS 63.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 63 and I 10. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near Buckatunna Mount Zion Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 122.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (Buckatunna Mount Zion Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (US 45): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles (MS 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 122.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.4 miles on MS 63. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (Buckatunna Mount Zion Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (US 45): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles (MS 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Gulfport, MS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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