Origin
Poplarville, MS
Evening in Poplarville on Wednesday
Local time
8:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Poplarville, MS to Hattiesburg, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
50m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Poplarville, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick trek through Southeast Mississippi, the 39.5-mile journey from Poplarville to Hattiesburg is an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. You can expect to spend about 43 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly efficient connection between the two cities. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, this route is as economical as it is straightforward. Since you are staying within the same region, you won't need to worry about major geographic transitions or overnight stays. It serves as a practical, no-fuss option for travelers who prefer a short drive over a long-haul expedition.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
19.8 miles from Poplarville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate using a combination of South Main Street, US 11, and Veterans Memorial Drive to reach your destination. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches—with the longest segment being 0 miles on South Main Street—you should be prepared for a more engaged, localized driving experience. The road profile demands your full attention as you transition through these local thoroughfares. This is a journey defined by its technical, stop-and-go nature rather than open-road cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 30.4 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 59
Merge onto I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
33.4 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
39.1 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
39.4 mi into trip
|
~49m 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 | 30.4 mi | 32m |
| Broadway Drive | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| MS 26 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Veterans Memorial Drive | 2 mi | 2m |
| West Pine Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Front Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Railroad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 30.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poplarville, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
1
Start on this road
79 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto MS 26
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
MS 26
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge onto I 59
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward US 11: Downtown Hattiesburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto US 11
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Memorial Drive
Use the left / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 11
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Broadway Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 11
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Pine Street
10
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue
503 ft
·
14 sec
·
2nd Avenue
11
Turn left onto West Railroad Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Railroad Street
12
Turn left onto Ronie Street
339 ft
·
11 sec
·
Ronie Street
13
Turn right onto US 11
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Front Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto US 11
322 ft
·
20 sec
·
Mobile Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto US 11
422 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Pine Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 43-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits your plans best. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the duration is brief enough to complete in one go without a break. Given that the route relies entirely on local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and traffic patterns as you move through different municipal areas. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure to ensure your tank is ready for the road. Since this drive lacks highway sections, simply follow the sequence of South Main Street, US 11, and Veterans Memorial Drive to stay on track.
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 19.8 miles from Poplarville, MS, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.4 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 39.5 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.8 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hattiesburg, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Poplarville, MS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Poplarville, MS
This is one driving day of about 39.5 miles and 50m.
At 39.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 59 for about 30.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Poplarville, MS · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Poplarville, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hattiesburg, MS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hattiesburg, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.97 one way
$11.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Hattiesburg, MS
Evening in Hattiesburg on Wednesday
Local time
8:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
50m 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 Poplarville, MS to Hattiesburg, MS covers 39.5 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, Broadway Drive, MS 26. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Poplarville, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.97 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 39.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Poplarville, MS to Hattiesburg, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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