How far is Escatawpa, MS from Hattiesburg, MS?
The driving distance from Escatawpa, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is about 89 miles (143.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.6 miles (121.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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 01h 29m.
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 George County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Escatawpa and Hattiesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Escatawpa and Hattiesburg.
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Start on the route
5 m · 1 sec
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Turn slight right
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn right
2158 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on Old Saracennia Road
157 m · 11 sec · Old Saracennia Road
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Turn left
36.2 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight left
1618 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
26.4 mi · 30 min
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Continue straight
16.8 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto James Street
6.7 mi · 12 min · James Street
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Keep slight left to continue on James Street
1037 ft · 32 sec · James Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bay Street
32 m · 3 sec · Bay Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Bay Street
2749 ft · 1 min · Bay Street
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Turn right onto Buschman Street
156 m · 16 sec · Buschman Street
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Turn left onto Mobile Street
1205 ft · 1 min · 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 Escatawpa 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
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36.2 mi · 00h 41m
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 Escatawpa and Patchy Fog near Hattiesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Escatawpa to Hattiesburg?
The road trip is about 89 miles (143.3 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Lucedale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Escatawpa and 44.6 miles from Hattiesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.6 miles (121.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.89 one way or $23.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Escatawpa and Patchy Fog near Hattiesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Lucedale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Escatawpa and Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 75.58 mi (121.64 km).
#1 Escatawpa
Census designated place
| Population | 3,722 |
| Coordinates | 30.4404800, -88.5436300 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| 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: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.89 | $23.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
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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