Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
104.6 mi
168 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
The drive from Hattiesburg, MS to Hazlehurst, MS covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 84, US 49, I 55 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.1 miles on US 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
52.3 miles from Hattiesburg, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
This is a 2h 12m highway drive covering 104.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 84 and US 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 49.1 miles on US 84.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
697 ft
Total Descent
384 ft
Highest Point
478 ft
~78.4 mi in
Elevation Range
313 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US 49. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 967 / North Main Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 104.6 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 27.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto MS 967 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MS 550 / West Congress Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 49.1 mi | 56m |
| US 49 | 24.3 mi | 30m |
| I 55 | 16 mi | 17m |
| Monticello Street Northeast | 5 mi | 8m |
| US 51 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Old Highway 42 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg, MS and Hazlehurst, MS.
Start on US 11
Turn right onto MS 967
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto US 49
Continue on US 49; MS 42
Continue on US 49
Continue on US 49
Continue on US 49
Continue on US 49
Take the exit
Turn left
Turn left onto MS 184
Turn left onto US 84
Continue on US 84
Turn right onto MS 184
Turn right onto MS 550
Turn left onto MS 550
Continue on MS 550
Turn right onto US 51
Turn left onto Union St Extended Northeast
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 55
Take the exit
Turn right onto County Farm Road
Turn left onto US 51
Turn right onto West Gallatin Street
Arrive at destination
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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hazlehurst, MS than in the middle of the route.
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 104.6 miles and 2h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Hattiesburg, MS · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 Hazlehurst, 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 Hazlehurst, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$15.99 one way
$31.98 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $17.54 | $35.08 |
| premium | $4.61 | $18.98 | $37.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.24 | $46.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.15 | $4.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.64 | $6.69 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
5:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Hazlehurst on Sunday
Local time
5:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Magee, MS
52 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
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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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