Origin
Hattiesburg, MS
Morning in Hattiesburg on Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hattiesburg, MS to Carriere, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
58.1 mi
93 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 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Hattiesburg, MS to Carriere, MS covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, Broadway Drive, West Union Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.5 miles on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 58.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 11m drive with frequent turns across 58.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 49.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 11 / East Pine Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hattiesburg, MS to Carriere, MS is easy. At 1h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 11 / East Pine Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 59; US 98 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 11 / East Pine Street
Depart onto US 11 / East Pine Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
5.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
|
I 59; US 98 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 59; US 98 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward Carriere
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Carriere
4
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
West Union Road
Turn right onto West Union Road
Navigation decision point
5
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Anchor Lake Road
At end of road, turn left onto Anchor Lake Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | 49.5 mi | 53m |
| Broadway Drive | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| West Union Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| East Pine Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Anchor Lake Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
— 49.5 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg, MS and Carriere, MS.
1
Start on US 11
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Pine Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Continue on US 11
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Broadway Drive
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
4
Merge onto I 59; US 98
50 mi
·
53 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Carriere
6
Turn right onto West Union Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West Union Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto Anchor Lake Road
511 ft
·
17 sec
·
Anchor Lake Road
8
Arrive at destination
Railroad Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Hattiesburg, MS · 36m 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 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Carriere, MS
The final approach into Carriere, 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
$8.77 one way
$17.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.63 | $19.26 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.43 | $20.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 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 | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
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
Carriere, MS
Morning in Carriere on Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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 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 11m 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 Carriere, MS covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, Broadway Drive, West Union Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 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 $8.77 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.
The drive from Hattiesburg, MS to Carriere, MS is easy. At 1h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 11 / East Pine Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 59; US 98 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Hattiesburg, MS to Carriere, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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