Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
50 mi
80 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Photo: 大 董
If you are looking to travel from Saucier to Hattiesburg, you are in for a straightforward 50-mile journey through Southeast Mississippi. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 4 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a simple day trip. You will not need to worry about overnight logistics, as the entire route fits easily into a single day of travel. Budgeting roughly $8 for fuel covers the trip comfortably. Navigating this path requires sticking to local roads rather than relying on major interstates, providing a direct connection between these two Mississippi communities.
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
25 miles from Saucier, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the entire 50-mile trek. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like Church Avenue, Edwards Street, and James Street, your highway share sits at 0%. You will not encounter any long, monotonous interstate stretches here, as the road conditions demand your full attention. The personality of this drive is defined by its local character rather than high-speed transit. Expect a steady, winding pace that differs significantly from the typical highway experience.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Edwards Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Church Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 4m 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: at 0.1 miles (Church Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 46.2 miles (Edwards Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.9 miles (James Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Church Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Edwards Street
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto James Street
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Bay Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto Mobile Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 45.4 mi | 53m |
| Edwards Street | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Church Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bay Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Mobile Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Buschman Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| James Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Saucier, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
Start on 2nd Street
Turn left onto Church Avenue
Turn left onto US 49
Continue on US 49
Turn straight onto US 49
Turn right onto Edwards Street
At end of road, turn left onto James Street
Enter roundabout onto Bay Street
Continue on Bay Street
Turn right onto Buschman Street
Turn left onto Mobile Street
Turn left onto US 11
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. Keep in mind that because you are traveling exclusively on local roads, you should account for potential traffic patterns typical of smaller town thoroughfares. There are no planned stops on this 1-hour and 4-minute route, so ensure you have everything you need before you pull out of Saucier. Given the turn-heavy nature of the streets, stay alert at intersections and follow signage closely. Budgeting your $8 for gas before you leave will ensure you have a stress-free arrival in Hattiesburg.
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 50 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hattiesburg, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Saucier, 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 Saucier, MS
This is one driving day of about 50 miles and 1h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25 mi from Saucier, MS · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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.
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25 miles from Saucier, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$7.64 one way
$15.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $8.38 | $16.77 |
| premium | $4.61 | $9.07 | $18.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.11 | $22.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Saucier on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
69°F
Biloxi, MS
25 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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