Origin
Carriere, MS
Morning in Carriere on Thursday
Local time
11:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carriere, MS to Hattiesburg, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Carriere, MS to Hattiesburg, MS covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 59, Broadway Drive, West Union Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.6 miles on I 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 58.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 58.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 59 and Broadway Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 49.6 miles on I 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 49.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and Broadway Drive. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Union 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 58.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (West Union Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Union Road
Turn right onto West Union Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 59
Merge onto I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
52.3 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward US 11: Downtown Hattiesburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 11: Downtown Hattiesburg
6
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
US 11 / West Front Street
Turn right onto US 11 / West Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
US 11 / Mobile Street
Turn left onto US 11 / Mobile Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 49.6 mi | 53m |
| Broadway Drive | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| West Union Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Veterans Memorial Drive | 2 mi | 2m |
| West Pine Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Front Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Railroad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 49.6 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carriere, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
1
Start on Railroad Street
511 ft
·
20 sec
·
Railroad Street
2
Turn right onto West Union Road
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
West Union Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
4
Merge onto I 59
50 mi
·
53 min
·
I 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward US 11: Downtown Hattiesburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto US 11
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Memorial Drive
Use the left / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 11
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Broadway Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 11
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Pine Street
9
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue
503 ft
·
14 sec
·
2nd Avenue
10
Turn left onto West Railroad Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Railroad Street
11
Turn left onto Ronie Street
339 ft
·
11 sec
·
Ronie Street
12
Turn right onto US 11
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Front Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 11
322 ft
·
20 sec
·
Mobile Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto US 11
422 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Pine Street
15
Arrive at destination
US 11
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Carriere, MS · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Carriere, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hattiesburg, MS
The final approach into Hattiesburg, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.82 one way
$17.64 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.68 | $19.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.48 | $20.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Hattiesburg, MS
Morning in Hattiesburg on Thursday
Local time
11:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Lumberton, MS
29 mi in
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
17 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
1h 12m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carriere, MS to Hattiesburg, MS covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, Broadway Drive, West Union Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Carriere, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Union Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Carriere, MS to Hattiesburg, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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