How far is Coldwater, MS from Hattiesburg, MS?
The driving distance from Coldwater, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is about 266.4 miles (428.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 235.9 miles (379.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 16m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coldwater and Hattiesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coldwater and Hattiesburg.
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Start on North Street
110 m · 17 sec · North Street
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Turn right
2732 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right
1.4 km · 2 min
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Take the ramp right
1190 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
175.3 mi · 3 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Richland, Hattiesburg
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Highway 49 South
80.3 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Highway 49 South
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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 Coldwater 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.
North Street
Merge slight left
175 mi · 03h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Coldwater 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 Coldwater to Hattiesburg?
The road trip is about 266.4 miles (428.8 km) and usually takes 04h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pickens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132.6 miles from Coldwater and 133.8 miles from Hattiesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 235.9 miles (379.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:28 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.66 one way or $69.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Coldwater and Mostly Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Pickens
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 Pickens.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coldwater and Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 235.85 mi (379.57 km).
#1 Coldwater
Coldwater is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.6917700, -89.9773100 |
| Altitude | 76 |
| 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: 429 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.69 | $34.66 | $69.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.18 | $39.31 | $78.62 |
| Premium | $4.57 | $42.97 | $85.93 |
| Diesel | $5.76 | $54.14 | $108.29 |
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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