This 190.3-mile journey from Duck Hill to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in under four hours. With a projected fuel cost of around $29, it's an economical option for a single-day road trip. The route primarily utilizes I-55 and Highway 49 South, meaning you'll spend the vast majority of your time on well-maintained highways. Given its manageable distance and duration, this trip is ideal for a day excursion, allowing you to arrive at your destination without the need for an overnight stop. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region for the entire trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.2 miles from Duck Hill, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 49m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 49m. Total distance: 190.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-centric experience on this 190.3-mile drive, with 92% of the route being on major roadways like I-55 and Highway 49 South. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 89.5 miles on I-55, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the highway profile suggests a focus on efficiency, the transition to South State Street in the latter part of the drive may introduce more local traffic and a slightly different feel as you approach Hattiesburg. This route prioritizes getting you there smoothly over winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 89.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Highway 49 South. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 102.4 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 190.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 102.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 103.3 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.1 miles (US 49 / Highway 49 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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102.4 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattie...
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103.3 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49 toward Richland, Hattiesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Richland, Hattiesburg
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104.1 mi into trip|~2h in|US 49 / Highway 49 South
Merge onto US 49 / Highway 49 South
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
187.1 mi into trip|~3h 42m in|Old Highway 42
Turn left onto Old Highway 42
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
189 mi into trip|~3h 45m in|North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Duck Hill, MS to Hattiesburg, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Richland along the way.
Richland
103.3 mi in|~1h 58m|via US 49
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
89.5 mi
1h 37m
Highway 49 South
80.3 mi
1h 37m
South State Street
10.3 mi
15m
US 49
3.6 mi
6m
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
2 mi
2m
Old Highway 42
1.8 mi
3m
North Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
Batson Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 89.5 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Duck Hill, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
1
Start on US 51; MS 404
10 mi·15 min·South State Street
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·39 sec
3
Merge onto US 82
2.0 mi·2 min·Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
5
Merge onto I 55
90 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 55
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 49
0.7 mi·1 min·US 49
Toward Richland, Hattiesburg
8
Merge onto US 49
80 mi·1 hr 37 min·Highway 49 South
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 49; MS 42
0.4 mi·35 sec·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 49; MS 42
2.4 mi·4 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto Old Highway 42
1.8 mi·3 min·Old Highway 42
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 mi·2 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Batson Street
154 ft·8 sec·Batson Street
14
Turn right
329 ft·25 sec
15
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
98 ft·4 sec·East Pine Street
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Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
With a total duration of 3 hours and 49 minutes, this 190.3-mile trip offers plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your day at your destination in Hattiesburg. While the drive is only about four hours, planning for one stop around the halfway point can break up the 89.5-mile stretch on I-55. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments, as services can sometimes be spaced out. The $29 fuel cost is an estimate, so always check current prices before you go.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 95.2 miles from Duck Hill, MS, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.5 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 42 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.2 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hattiesburg, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Duck Hill, 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 Duck Hill, MS
This is one driving day of about 190.3 miles and 3h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Duck Hill, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 89.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.2 mi from Duck Hill, MS
· 1h 49m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first murder of a nationally significant le...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.74 one way
$57.48 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$31.55
$63.10
premium
$4.56
$34.16
$68.31
diesel
$5.61
$42.02
$84.03
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.1
0
$19.98
$9.13
Efficient EV
47.6
0
$16.65
$7.61
EV Truck/SUV
76.1
0
$26.64
$12.18
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Duck Hill, MS
Evening
in Duck Hill on Friday
Local time
8:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hattiesburg, MS
Evening
in Hattiesburg on Friday
Local time
8:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
S 0 to 10 mph0% chanceLive 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
9 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
3h 49m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Duck Hill, MS to Hattiesburg, MS covers 190.3 miles and takes about 3h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Highway 49 South, South State Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.2 miles from Duck Hill, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 190.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 102.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 103.3 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.1 miles (US 49 / Highway 49 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Duck Hill, MS to Hattiesburg, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Richland along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
