How far is Columbia, MS from Hattiesburg, MS?
The driving distance from Columbia, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.7 miles (52.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lamar County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Hattiesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Hattiesburg.
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Start on Pittman Street
15 m · 2 sec · Pittman Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
660 ft · 20 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
125 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Broad Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · Broad Street
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Continue on Old Hwy 98 East
1.5 km · 2 min · Old Hwy 98 East
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Take the ramp straight toward Old Hwy 98 East
57 m · 5 sec · Old Hwy 98 East
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Turn left
22.5 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
2453 ft · 40 sec
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Continue straight
1706 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Hardy Street
46 m · 3 sec · Hardy Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Hardy Street
1702 ft · 41 sec · Hardy Street
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Continue on West Front Street
1326 ft · 1 min · West Front Street
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Turn left onto Mobile Street
98 m · 19 sec · Mobile Street
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Turn left onto East Pine Street
129 m · 18 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 Columbia and Hattiesburg.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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22.5 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
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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 Columbia and Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Hattiesburg?
The road trip is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Sumrall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.7 miles from Columbia and 17.6 miles from Hattiesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.7 miles (52.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.58 one way or $9.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbia and Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Sumrall
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 Sumrall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 32.73 mi (52.67 km).
#1 Columbia
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,850 |
| Coordinates | 31.2518400, -89.8375800 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| 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: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.58 | $9.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.15 | $10.31 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.60 | $11.19 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
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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