How far is Hattiesburg, MS from Lucedale, MS?
The driving distance from Hattiesburg, MS to Lucedale, MS is about 54.2 miles (87.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 22m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 11m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hattiesburg and Lucedale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg and Lucedale.
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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
30.4 mi · 35 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
5 mi · 7 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Summer Street
53 m · 7 sec · Summer Street
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Turn right onto Commerce Street
55 m · 8 sec · Commerce Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Commerce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hattiesburg and Lucedale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
James Street
Continue straight
30.4 mi · 00h 35m
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 Lucedale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hattiesburg to Lucedale?
The road trip is about 54.2 miles (87.3 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Beaumont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.2 miles from Hattiesburg and 27.2 miles from Lucedale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.27 one way or $14.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hattiesburg and Sunny near Lucedale.
Stop Ideas Near Beaumont
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 Beaumont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hattiesburg and Lucedale. Straight-line distance: 49.87 mi (80.26 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 Lucedale
City in George County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 3,120 |
| Coordinates | 30.9251900, -88.5900200 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lucedale (-88.59002, 30.92519)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.27 | $14.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.18 | $16.35 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.88 | $17.76 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.40 | $20.79 |
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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