Origin
Hattiesburg, MS
Morning in Hattiesburg on Thursday
Local time
11:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hattiesburg, MS to Carthage, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
111.6 mi
180 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carthage, MS
Anton Ivanov
Trip Overview
This 111.6-mile drive from Hattiesburg to Carthage, Mississippi, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. With a highway share of 98%, it's a straightforward journey primarily on MS 35 and US 49. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $17, making it an economical choice. This route focuses on efficient travel across Mississippi's Southeast region, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours. It's a good option if you're looking for a smooth, highway-focused experience.
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
55.8 miles from Hattiesburg, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 111.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this route, with 98% of the journey occurring on main roads like MS 35 and US 49. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch for 73.2 miles on MS 35, indicating a solid period of consistent highway driving. The character of the road is likely to be efficient and direct, minimizing time spent on slower, more winding local roads. This profile suggests a drive where you can maintain a steady pace for much of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 35 and US 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 967 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 40m 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 967 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Old Highway 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: 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.
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.
3
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Turn slight right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
3.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 49
Turn straight onto US 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
47.2 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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MS 28; MS 35
Turn right onto MS 28; MS 35
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 35 | 73.2 mi | 1h 48m |
| US 49 | 33.4 mi | 41m |
| Old Highway 42 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| MS 28 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 35
— 73.2 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg, MS and Carthage, MS.
1
Start on US 11
27 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Pine Street
2
Turn right onto MS 967
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Highway 42
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
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
·
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
·
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
16 mi
·
19 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto MS 149
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
12
Turn right onto MS 35
10 mi
·
14 min
·
MS 35
13
Turn right onto MS 28; MS 35
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 28; MS 35
14
Turn left onto MS 35
63 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
MS 35
15
Arrive at destination
MS 35
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour and 40-minute duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the 111.6 miles if desired, though the drive is not overly long. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 73.2 miles on MS 35, as services can sometimes be spaced out on highways. The $17 fuel cost is a good estimate to budget for this efficient 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.8 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.2 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 25 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.8 miles or 1h 17m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carthage, 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.
+
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 Hattiesburg, MS
This is one driving day of about 111.6 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 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 MS 35 for about 73.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.8 mi from Hattiesburg, MS · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.8 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MS 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.2 miles.
Arriving in Carthage, MS
The final approach into Carthage, 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 Carthage, 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
$16.85 one way
$33.71 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $18.50 | $37.00 |
| premium | $4.56 | $20.03 | $40.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.64 | $49.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.72 | $5.36 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.62 | $7.14 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Carthage, MS
Morning in Carthage on Thursday
Local time
11:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
New Haven, MS
56 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
21 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
2h 40m 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 Carthage, MS covers 111.6 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 35, US 49, Old Highway 42. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.8 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 $16.85 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.
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 straightforward 2h 40m 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 967 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Old Highway 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hattiesburg, MS to Carthage, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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