How far is Hattiesburg, MS from Helena, MS?
The driving distance from Hattiesburg, MS to Helena, MS is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
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.
Human settlement in Greene 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 Helena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg and Helena.
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Start on East Pine Street
8 m · 9 sec · East Pine Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1495 ft · 55 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Bay Street
2459 ft · 1 min · Bay Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward James Street
46 m · 3 sec · James Street
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Exit the roundabout onto James Street
6.9 mi · 13 min · James Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
11.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
32 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right
2236 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
32.8 mi · 37 min
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Turn left onto Wildwood Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Wildwood Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Saracennia Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Saracennia Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Saracennia Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hattiesburg and Helena.
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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32.8 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Hattiesburg and Mostly Sunny near Helena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hattiesburg to Helena?
The road trip is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
McLain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.6 miles from Hattiesburg and 43.5 miles from Helena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.45 one way or $22.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Hattiesburg and Mostly Sunny near Helena.
Stop Ideas Near McLain
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 McLain.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hattiesburg and Helena. Straight-line distance: 74.34 mi (119.64 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 Helena
Helena is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.4946400, -88.4958500 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Helena (-88.49585, 30.49464)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $3.73 | $11.45 | $22.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $12.93 | $25.87 |
| Premium | $4.61 | $14.16 | $28.32 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $17.80 | $35.61 |
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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