Origin
Hattiesburg, MS
Evening in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hattiesburg, MS to Belzoni, MS
Drive Time
3h 22m
Distance
161.7 mi
260 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 10m
★
6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 47m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 32m
5 PM
3h 45m
8 PM
3h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belzoni, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hattiesburg to Belzoni covers 161.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is straightforward and efficient, you can easily complete it as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 49, Medgar Evers Boulevard, and US 49W to make your way across the Southeast region. Budgeting approximately $25 for fuel should be sufficient to get you to your destination. Since the route remains entirely within Mississippi, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition between these two areas.
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
80.9 miles from Hattiesburg, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive keeps you on main thoroughfares for 74% of the trip, offering a consistent pace rather than a winding backroads experience. You should prepare for a significant stretch of open road, specifically a 90.3-mile segment on US 49 that serves as the backbone of your journey. As you transition from the initial highway portions onto US 49W, the character of the road remains steady and predictable. Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency, allowing you to settle into a rhythm as you traverse the state. It is a practical route for those who prefer straightforward navigation over complex local detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Medgar Evers Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 967 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 161.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 967 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Old Highway 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.2 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 967 / North Main Street
Turn right onto MS 967 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Old Highway 42
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
86.2 mi into trip
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~1h 48m in
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US 49
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49 toward Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Jackson
6
89.6 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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I 20; US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49 toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo...
5
92.3 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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US 49
Take the exit onto US 49 toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson,...
Towns Along This Route
Between Hattiesburg, MS and Belzoni, MS, road signs point toward Jackson, Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
Jackson
86.2 mi in
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~1h 48m
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via US 49
Yazoo City
89.6 mi in
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~1h 53m
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via I 20; US 49
Vicksburg
137.3 mi in
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~2h 52m
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via US 49W
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 90.3 mi | 1h 51m |
| Medgar Evers Boulevard | 39.5 mi | 48m |
| US 49W | 24 mi | 29m |
| I 20 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Old Highway 42 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 1st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 90.3 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg, MS and Belzoni, MS.
1
Start on US 11
27 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Pine Street
2
Turn right onto MS 967
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
1.7 mi
·
3 min
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Old Highway 42
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
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12 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn straight onto US 49
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 49; MS 42
5.4 mi
·
6 min
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US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
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US 49
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 49
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 49
66 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 49
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 49
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49
Toward Jackson
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 49
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49
14
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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I 20; I 55; US 49
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 20; US 49
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
16
Take the exit onto US 49
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
17
Take the exit onto US 49
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 49
Toward US 49 North: Yazoo City
18
Merge onto US 49
39 mi
·
48 min
·
Medgar Evers Boulevard
19
Take the exit onto US 49W
24 mi
·
29 min
·
US 49W
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
20
Turn right onto MS 7
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
1st Street
21
Turn left onto MS 7
221 ft
·
4 sec
·
Martin Luther King Drive
22
Arrive at destination
MS 7
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 22-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time to avoid peak traffic. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your trip on schedule, making it easy to manage your energy levels. Since you will be spending the majority of your time on US 49, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longest 90.3-mile stretch to ensure you stay within your $25 budget. Starting your drive in the morning allows you to arrive in Belzoni with the entire day ahead of you. Pay close attention to the transitions between US 49 and US 49W, as staying focused on these main road changes is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival.
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 80.9 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.3 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.9 miles or 1h 42m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belzoni, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hattiesburg, 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 Hattiesburg, MS
This is one driving day of about 161.7 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hattiesburg, 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 US 49 for about 90.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.9 mi from Hattiesburg, MS · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.9 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.3 miles.
Arriving in Belzoni, MS
The final approach into Belzoni, 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 Belzoni, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.72 one way
$49.44 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $27.11 | $54.23 |
| premium | $4.61 | $29.35 | $58.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.92 | $71.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.98 | $7.76 |
| Efficient EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.7 | 0 | $22.64 | $10.35 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Belzoni, MS
Evening in Belzoni on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 22m 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 Hattiesburg, MS to Belzoni, MS covers 161.7 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, Medgar Evers Boulevard, US 49W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.9 miles from Hattiesburg, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.72 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 161.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 967 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Old Highway 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.2 miles (US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Hattiesburg, MS and Belzoni, MS, road signs point toward Jackson, Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
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