Road Trips from Hattiesburg, MS
Hattiesburg is your launchpad for a variety of Mississippi drives. You've got options for quick, under-two-hour hops to nearby cities, including a coastal route to Bay Saint Louis. If you're up for a longer haul, several destinations are around 3 to 5 hours away, some offering a higher drive score and access to significant historical parks. The majority of these trips are day trips, but the longer routes provide a taste of what's further afield.
Total Routes
30
Shortest
0.5h
With Parks Nearby
19
Under 2 hours
9 total in this range
Bay Saint Louis, MS
1h 54m83.4 mi one way
This is one of your closest options to the coast, just 1.9 hours away. It offers a mixed drive profile, meaning it's not solely highway, and at 83.4 miles, it's a manageable day trip.
Biloxi, MS
1h 34m73.9 mi one way
At 73.9 miles and 1.6 hours, this is the shortest drive to a coastal city from Hattiesburg. It's primarily a highway-focused route, making for a straightforward trip. It also has park access nearby.
Jackson, MS
1h 55m90.1 mi one way
This 90.1-mile drive to the state capital takes about 1.9 hours and offers a mostly highway experience. A key feature here is the proximity to the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, making it a trip with historical significance.
Meridian, MS
1h 41m88 mi one way
This 88-mile drive takes 1.7 hours and is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive. Unlike some other nearby options, this route does not have parks nearby.
West Gulfport, MS
1h 24m66.2 mi one way
At 66.2 miles, this is the shortest option from Hattiesburg at just 1.4 hours. It's a mostly highway drive, making it a quick and efficient way to get to the coast.
Full-day getaway
16 total in this range
Belzoni, MS
3h 22m161.7 mi one way
This 161.7-mile route takes 3.4 hours and offers a highway-focused drive. It's one of the longer options and includes access to the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument.
Pearl River, MS
2h 47m131.4 mi one way
Clocking in at 131.4 miles and 2.8 hours, this drive features mostly flat terrain and a mixed drive profile. It also provides access to parks, making it a good option for those seeking nature.
Oktibbeha County, MS
3h 43m193.7 mi one way
This is one of the longest drives, at 193.7 miles and 3.7 hours, with a high drive score of 10. It's a mixed drive, suggesting varied scenery and road types.
New Hope, MS
3h 41m186.7 mi one way
At 186.7 miles and 3.7 hours, this destination offers a mixed drive and park access. It's a substantial drive, suitable for those looking to explore further into Mississippi.
Madison, MS
2h 10m101.4 mi one way
This 101.4-mile trip to Madison takes 2.2 hours. It's a highway-focused drive with the added benefit of nearby access to the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument.
Weekend trip
New Albany, MS
5h257.7 mi one way
At 257.7 miles and 5 hours, this is your longest option, boasting a perfect drive score of 10. It's a mixed drive and offers access to both Tupelo National Battlefield and the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
Mantachie, MS
4h 50m244.5 mi one way
This 244.5-mile drive takes 4.8 hours and has a top drive score of 10. Similar to New Albany, it's a mixed drive with access to Tupelo National Battlefield and the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
City of Greenville, MS
4h 23m209.9 mi one way
Olive Branch, MS
5h 36m290.5 mi one way
Southaven, MS
5h 26m284.8 mi one way
Browse by Mood
New Albany, MS
5h257.7 mi one way
Mantachie, MS
4h 50m244.5 mi one way
Belzoni, MS
3h 22m161.7 mi one way
Pearl River, MS
2h 47m131.4 mi one way
New Albany, MS
5h257.7 mi one way
Mantachie, MS
4h 50m244.5 mi one way
Belzoni, MS
3h 22m161.7 mi one way
Pearl River, MS
2h 47m131.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring is ideal for exploring the historical parks accessible via the longer drives, like the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, with comfortable temperatures.
Summer
Summer makes the shorter drives to the coast, like Biloxi or Bay Saint Louis, appealing for a quick getaway, though inland parks will be hot.
Fall
Fall offers pleasant driving conditions for all routes, especially the longer ones to places like New Albany which feature the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
Winter
Winter drives are feasible for most destinations, with the coastal routes offering a mild escape from colder weather.
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