Trip from Lumberton, MS to Hattiesburg, MS

Drive Time

37m

Distance

27.3 mi

44 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 35m ★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Lumberton, MS, MS

Lumberton, MS

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Trip Overview

If you are looking to travel from Lumberton to Hattiesburg, you are in for a quick, straightforward journey through Southeast Mississippi. Spanning just 27.3 miles, this trip typically takes about 37 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily rely on I-59, Broadway Drive, and West Main Avenue to navigate between these two points. With a fuel cost estimate of only $4, it is a very budget-friendly transit. Since both locations reside within the same region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the drive. This route is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, so do not feel pressured to plan for an overnight stay.

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

13.7 miles from Lumberton, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 27.3-mile route is heavily highway-focused, with 69% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your journey on I-59, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 18.9 miles. Expect a transition from the open, high-speed interstate environment to the more localized traffic patterns of Broadway Drive and West Main Avenue as you approach your destination. The driving experience is consistent and functional, prioritizing a direct path over winding backroads. Because the drive is short, you will find it to be a predictable, low-stress experience behind the wheel.

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.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and Broadway Drive. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 13 / West Main Avenue.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 13 / West Main Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (2nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MS 13 / West Main Avenue

Turn right onto MS 13 / West Main Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
21.2 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward US 11: Downtown Hattiesburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 11: Downtown Hattiesburg
6
26.6 mi into trip | ~35m in | 2nd Avenue

Turn right onto 2nd Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
6
26.9 mi into trip | ~36m in | US 11 / West Front Street

Turn right onto US 11 / West Front Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
27.2 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 11 / Mobile Street

Turn left onto US 11 / Mobile Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 59 18.9 mi 20m
Broadway Drive 2.6 mi 5m
West Main Avenue 2.1 mi 4m
Veterans Memorial Drive 2 mi 2m
West Pine Street 0.6 mi 1m
West Front Street 0.3 mi 1m
West Railroad Street 0.2 mi <1m
2nd Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 59 — 18.9 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lumberton, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.

1

Start on US 11

31 ft · 2 sec · Highway 11
2

Turn right onto MS 13

2.1 mi · 4 min · West Main Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4

Merge onto I 59

19 mi · 20 min · I 59
5

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward US 11: Downtown Hattiesburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Turn straight onto US 11

2.0 mi · 2 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
Use the left / straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on US 11

2.6 mi · 5 min · Broadway Drive
Use the none lane.
8

Continue on US 11

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Pine Street
Use the none lane.
9

Turn right onto 2nd Avenue

503 ft · 14 sec · 2nd Avenue
Use the none lane.
10

Turn left onto West Railroad Street

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West Railroad Street
11

Turn left onto Ronie Street

339 ft · 11 sec · Ronie Street
12

Turn right onto US 11

0.3 mi · 1 min · West Front Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13

Turn left onto US 11

322 ft · 20 sec · Mobile Street
Use the left lane.
14

Turn left onto US 11

422 ft · 18 sec · East Pine Street
15

Arrive at destination

US 11

Trip Plan

Because this is a short 37-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits you best. You will not need to plan for any major stops, as the entire distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that since the majority of the trip is on I-59, you should stay alert for typical interstate traffic flows during peak hours. Budgeting about $4 for fuel should keep you covered for the round trip. Use the simplicity of this quick hop to your advantage by focusing on your arrival in Hattiesburg rather than worrying about mid-trip logistics.

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 13.7 miles from Lumberton, MS, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.9 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 27.3 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 13.7 miles or 16m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hattiesburg, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lumberton, 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 Lumberton, MS

This is one driving day of about 27.3 miles and 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lumberton, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 59 for about 18.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 13.7 mi from Lumberton, MS · 16m into the drive

Downtown Magee, MS, MS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Magee, MS

14 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

Magee, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Magee, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 13.7 miles from Lumberton, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hattiesburg, MS

The final approach into Hattiesburg, 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 Hattiesburg, 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

$4.17 one way

$8.35 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $4.58 $9.16
premium $4.61 $4.95 $9.91
diesel $5.64 $6.07 $12.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 8.2 0 $2.87 $1.31
Efficient EV 6.8 0 $2.39 $1.09
EV Truck/SUV 10.9 0 $3.82 $1.75

Gas CO2

10 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (70% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Lumberton, MS

Late night in Lumberton on Monday

Local time

12:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hattiesburg, MS

Late night in Hattiesburg on Monday

Local time

12:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°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

1 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

37m 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 Lumberton, MS to Hattiesburg, MS covers 27.3 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, Broadway Drive, West Main Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 miles from Lumberton, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.17 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.3 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 13 / West Main Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (2nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lumberton, MS to Hattiesburg, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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