How far is Hattiesburg, MS from Columbia, MS?
The driving distance from Hattiesburg, MS to Columbia, MS is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.7 miles (52.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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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
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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 Hattiesburg and Columbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg and Columbia.
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Start on East Pine Street
1050 ft · 49 sec · East Pine Street
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Turn slight right
56 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Hardy Street
1235 ft · 21 sec · Hardy Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hardy Street
16 m · 1 sec · Hardy Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Hardy Street
4.9 mi · 10 min · Hardy Street
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Continue straight
1971 ft · 38 sec
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Continue straight
1353 ft · 23 sec
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
19.1 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit right toward Old Hwy 98 East
1.5 km · 2 min · Old Hwy 98 East
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Continue on Broad Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · Broad Street
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Continue on Main Street
125 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
739 ft · 26 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hattiesburg and Columbia.
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.
Hardy Street
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19.1 mi · 00h 23m
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 Hattiesburg and Sunny near Columbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hattiesburg to Columbia?
The road trip is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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 16.6 miles from Hattiesburg and 16.7 miles from Columbia.
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 0.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hattiesburg and Sunny near Columbia.
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.
Hattiesburg, MS
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hattiesburg and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 32.73 mi (52.67 km).
#1 Hattiesburg
The most populous city in Forrest County, Mississippi.
| Population | 45,806 |
| Coordinates | 31.3271200, -89.2903400 |
| Altitude | 52 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,850 |
| Coordinates | 31.2518400, -89.8375800 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbia (-89.83758, 31.25184)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
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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