How far is Hattiesburg, MS from Poplarville, MS?
The driving distance from Hattiesburg, MS to Poplarville, MS is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.6 miles (58.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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 49m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hattiesburg and Poplarville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg and Poplarville.
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Start on East Pine Street
1.5 km · 3 min · East Pine Street
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Continue on Broadway Drive
4.8 mi · 9 min · Broadway Drive
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Take the ramp slight left
802 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
30.4 mi · 33 min · Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 26: Poplarville, Wiggins
1220 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1942 ft · 41 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hattiesburg and Poplarville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
30.4 mi · 00h 33m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hattiesburg to Poplarville?
The road trip is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Purvis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from Hattiesburg and 19.5 miles from Poplarville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.6 miles (58.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.23 one way or $10.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Hattiesburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Poplarville.
Stop Ideas Near Purvis
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hattiesburg and Poplarville. Straight-line distance: 36.61 mi (58.92 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 Poplarville
City in Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 2,780 |
| Coordinates | 30.8401900, -89.5342300 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| Country | United States |
End: Poplarville (-89.53423, 30.84019)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.23 | $10.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.88 | $11.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.47 | $14.95 |
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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