Origin
Hattiesburg, MS
Night in Hattiesburg on Wednesday
Local time
9:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hattiesburg, MS to Hurley, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
79 mi
127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hurley, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
This straightforward 79-mile drive from Hattiesburg to Hurley, Mississippi, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes. Primarily following US 98 and MS 63, with a short section on James Street, this route offers a focused highway experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical journey through the Southeast region. Given its short duration and lack of designated stops, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your timing for this drive.
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
39.5 miles from Hattiesburg, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 84% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 43.1 miles on US 98, offering a consistent pace. The route maintains a steady character, largely characterized by highway driving rather than winding local roads. This means you can anticipate a predictable driving experience for most of the 79 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 98 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 98 and MS 63. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 969 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 969 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (James Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.8 miles (James Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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MS 969 / North Main Street
Turn left onto MS 969 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
James Street
Enter roundabout onto James Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
James Street
Slight right onto James Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
7.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 98
At end of road, turn left onto US 98
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 98 | 43.1 mi | 50m |
| MS 63 | 22.6 mi | 25m |
| James Street | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| Airport Boulevard | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 613 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Bay Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 98
— 43.1 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg, MS and Hurley, MS.
1
Start on US 11
27 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Pine Street
2
Turn left onto MS 969
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on MS 969
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Street
4
Enter roundabout onto James Street
151 ft
·
3 sec
·
James Street
5
Continue on James Street
6.9 mi
·
12 min
·
James Street
Use the straight lane.
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 98
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 98
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 98
32 mi
·
37 min
·
US 98
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
9
Turn right onto MS 63
23 mi
·
25 min
·
MS 63
10
Turn left onto MS 614
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Airport Boulevard
11
Turn left onto MS 613
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
State Highway 613
12
Arrive at destination
MS 613
Trip Plan
Since this 79-mile trip takes under two hours, you have the luxury of flexibility with your departure time. There are no recommended stops, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly before you leave Hattiesburg. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a town or significant break is over 43 miles on US 98. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, so factor that into your budget for this straightforward Mississippi journey.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.5 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.1 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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hurley, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hattiesburg, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hattiesburg, MS
This is one driving day of about 79 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Hattiesburg, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 98 for about 43.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.5 mi from Hattiesburg, MS · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.5 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hurley, MS
The final approach into Hurley, 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
$11.93 one way
$23.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.10 | $26.19 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.44 | $34.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.79 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.06 | $5.06 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Hurley, MS
Night in Hurley on Wednesday
Local time
9:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
17 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
1h 41m 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 Hurley, MS covers 79 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 98, MS 63, James 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 39.5 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 $11.93 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 is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 969 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (James Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.8 miles (James Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hattiesburg, MS to Hurley, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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