Drive Time
32m
Distance
21.9 mi
35 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
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If you are looking for a quick connection in Southeast Mississippi, the 21.9-mile journey from Ellisville to Hattiesburg is as straightforward as it gets. Expect to spend about 32 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting roughly $3 for fuel should cover your transit, leaving you plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Since both towns reside within the same region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the transit. This route is ideal for those who prefer an efficient, highway-focused drive over a long-distance haul.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11 miles from Ellisville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Expect a highly efficient commute, as 94% of this journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on US 11, which accounts for a 20.6-mile stretch of uninterrupted driving. The path transitions seamlessly from the main arterial roads of Ellisville into the local streets of Hattiesburg, including Front Street and East Pine Street. Because the route is dominated by high-speed highway travel, it feels more like a direct transit corridor than a winding scenic byway. You will find that the road maintains a steady, predictable pace from start to finish.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 11 and Front Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Front Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Ellisville, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is easy. At 32m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Front Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (US 11): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles (US 11 / East Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 11
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 11 / East Pine Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 11 | 20.6 mi | 29m |
| Front Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Pine Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Ivy Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ellisville, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
Start on Ivy Street
Turn left onto Front Street
Turn left onto US 11
Continue on US 11
Turn right onto US 11
Arrive at destination
Since the entire trip takes just over half an hour, you have significant freedom to choose your departure time without worrying about fatigue. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through in one go. Keep in mind that your primary transit lane is US 11, so monitor local traffic reports for that specific corridor before heading out. Because this is a quick 21.9-mile jaunt, you can easily fit this into a broader itinerary or use it as a simple point-to-point commute. Prioritize a departure that avoids local rush hours to ensure you maintain that 32-minute travel time.
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.
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 21.9 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hattiesburg, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Ellisville, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Ellisville, MS
This is one driving day of about 21.9 miles and 32m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11 mi from Ellisville, MS · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hattiesburg, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$3.35 one way
$6.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.67 | $7.34 |
| premium | $4.61 | $3.97 | $7.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.87 | $9.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Ellisville on Sunday
Local time
5:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
5:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Magee, MS
11 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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