How far is Brookhaven, MS from Hattiesburg, MS?

Fastest route

The distance between Brookhaven, Mississippi 39601, USA and Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA is approximately 83.0 miles, and the estimated travel time is 1 hour and 27 minutes. The fastest route currently is via US-84 E and US 49 S.

Directions

  1. Head east on E Monticello St toward S 2nd St NE for 7 minutes (4.5 mi).
  2. Follow US-84 E and US 49 S to E Pine St in Hattiesburg for 1 hour and 21 minutes (78.5 mi).
  3. Turn left onto US-84 E and continue for 48.9 mi.
  4. Slight right onto MS-184 E and drive for 1.6 mi.
  5. Turn right to merge onto US 49 S toward Hattiesburg for 24.7 mi.
  6. Turn left onto Hwy 42 and continue for 1.8 mi.
  7. Turn right onto Main St, then left onto Batson St for 0.1 mi.
  8. Turn right onto Mobile St and continue for 335 ft.
  9. Finally, turn right at the first cross street onto E Pine St for 420 ft.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Make sure to follow the given directions and stay on the recommended routes.
  • 🚗 Plan your journey according to the estimated travel time of 1 hour and 27 minutes.
  • ⚠️ Stay aware of any traffic conditions that may affect the fastest route.
  • 📍 Use a GPS or map service to navigate and ensure you're on the correct roads.
  • ⛽ Consider refueling your vehicle before the journey, if needed.
  • 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and easily accessible in case of emergencies.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations for a safe and smooth trip.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
82.99 mi
01h 26m
Flight
70 mi
112.65 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
70 mi
Kilometers
112.65 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
82.99 mi
Kilometers
133.56 km
Drive Time
01h 26m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hattiesburg
Sun, Apr 19, 12:32 PM CDT
Return by in Brookhaven
Sun, Apr 19, 1:58 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Brookhaven
2026-04-19T11:05
Arrive Hattiesburg
Sun, Apr 19, 12:32 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:27 AM to 11:27 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:36 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Brookhaven
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Prentiss
MS

Town of the United States

From Brookhaven
41.4 mi
00h 43m
To Hattiesburg
41.5 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph N
Destination
74°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Brookhaven and Hattiesburg.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven and Hattiesburg.

  1. 1

    Start on East Monticello Street

    4.5 mi · 8 min · East Monticello Street

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left

    18.6 mi · 22 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    20.2 mi · 23 min

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    10.2 mi · 12 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right

    853 ft · 23 sec

  6. 6

    Turn straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right toward US 49 South: Hattiesburg

    1291 ft · 36 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    21.6 mi · 26 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    2294 ft · 36 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    2.4 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Old Highway 42

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Old Highway 42

  12. 12

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Batson Street

    47 m · 9 sec · Batson Street

  14. 14

    Turn right

    100 m · 26 sec

  15. 15

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East Pine Street

    30 m · 4 sec · East Pine Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Pine Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Brookhaven and Hattiesburg.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
16 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Monticello Street
35.1 mi · 42%
US 49 South
24.7 mi · 30%
Old Highway 42
1.81 mi · 2%
North Main Street
1.24 mi · 1%
Batson Street
0.03 mi
East Pine Street
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

US 49 South

Merge slight left

21.6 mi · 00h 26m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13 mi
70 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Prentiss
00h 43m from Brookhaven
Leave By
3:36 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Brookhaven and Chance Rain Showers near Hattiesburg.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Brookhaven to Hattiesburg?

The road trip is about 83 miles (133.6 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?

Prentiss is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.4 miles from Brookhaven and 41.5 miles from Hattiesburg.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 70 miles (112.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 3:36 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.10 one way or $22.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Brookhaven and Chance Rain Showers near Hattiesburg.

Stop Ideas Near Prentiss

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Prentiss, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Prentiss.

BUS

Hattiesburg, MS

52 mi away
7297 US Highway 49
RAIL

Brookhaven

55 mi away
East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave.
RAIL

Hazlehurst station

58 mi away
North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St.
RAIL

Hattiesburg station

63 mi away
308 Newman St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Brookhaven and Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 70 mi (112.65 km).

Brookhaven

#1 Brookhaven

City in Mississippi, United States

Population11,861
Coordinates31.5790600, -90.4406500
Altitude149
CountryUnited States
Hattiesburg

#2 Hattiesburg

The most populous city in Forrest County, Mississippi.

Population45,806
Coordinates31.3271200, -89.2903400
Altitude52
CountryUnited States
Start: East Monticello Street (-90.440628, 31.579119)
End: East Pine Street (-89.290316, 31.327101)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 134 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.93 gal
11.09 L · about $11.10
Round trip
$22.19
5.86 gal · 22.18 L
Estimated CO2
26 kg one way
Round trip: 52.1 kg / 115 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $11.10 $22.19
Mid-grade $4.26 $12.48 $24.96
Premium $4.63 $13.55 $27.10
Diesel $5.42 $15.87 $31.73

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Brookhaven and Hattiesburg. The current time is 11:05:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.