How far is Ackerman, MS from Hattiesburg, MS?
The driving distance from Ackerman, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is about 153 miles (246.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ackerman and Hattiesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ackerman and Hattiesburg.
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Start on South Louisville Street
35 m · 10 sec · South Louisville Street
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Turn left onto West Main Avenue
1148 ft · 38 sec · West Main Avenue
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Turn left
15.5 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right
22.2 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto County Road 561
1.3 mi · 2 min · County Road 561
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Turn straight onto Pecan Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Pecan Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
684 ft · 16 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Holland Avenue
36.6 mi · 55 min · Holland Avenue
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Turn right onto Airport Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Airport Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Frontage Road
907 ft · 15 sec · North Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1120 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
67.8 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Moselle
760 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Moselle
36 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Moselle-Seminary Road
2923 ft · 1 min · Moselle-Seminary Road
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Turn straight
13.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto East Pine Street
2092 ft · 50 sec · East Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ackerman and Hattiesburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 59 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
67.8 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Ackerman and Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ackerman to Hattiesburg?
The road trip is about 153 miles (246.3 km) and usually takes 02h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Meridian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.8 miles from Ackerman and 71.3 miles from Hattiesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.45 one way or $40.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ackerman and Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Meridian
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Meridian.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ackerman and Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 137.19 mi (220.78 km).
#1 Ackerman
Town in Choctaw County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 1,419 |
| Coordinates | 33.3101200, -89.1728400 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hattiesburg
The most populous city in Forrest County, Mississippi.
| Population | 45,806 |
| Coordinates | 31.3271200, -89.2903400 |
| Altitude | 52 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Pine Street (-89.290316, 31.327101)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $20.45 | $40.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.00 | $46.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.98 | $49.95 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.24 | $58.48 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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