How far is Carthage, MS from Hattiesburg, MS?
The driving distance from Carthage, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is about 113.2 miles (182.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.2 miles (158 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 20m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
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.
Town in Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carthage and Hattiesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carthage and Hattiesburg.
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Start on the route
63.1 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Oak Street
10 mi · 15 min · Oak Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
3008 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
30.7 mi · 37 min
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Continue straight
2294 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Old Highway 42
1.8 mi · 3 min · Old Highway 42
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Batson Street
47 m · 9 sec · Batson Street
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Turn right
100 m · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Pine Street
30 m · 4 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 Carthage 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.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
63.1 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Carthage and Mostly Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carthage to Hattiesburg?
The road trip is about 113.2 miles (182.1 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Raleigh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.9 miles from Carthage and 57.2 miles from Hattiesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.2 miles (158 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 2:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.11 one way or $30.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Carthage and Mostly Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Raleigh
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 Raleigh.
Laurel station
Union Station
Hattiesburg, MS
Hattiesburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carthage and Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 98.18 mi (158 km).
#1 Carthage
Carthage is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.7326400, -89.5361800 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| 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: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.11 | $30.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.99 | $33.99 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.45 | $36.91 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.61 | $43.21 |
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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