How far is Hattiesburg, MS from Purvis, MS?
The driving distance from Hattiesburg, MS to Purvis, MS is about 15 miles (24.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.5 miles (23.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg and Purvis.
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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
13.8 mi · 22 min · Broadway Drive
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Turn right onto Shelby Speights Drive
1383 ft · 47 sec · Shelby Speights Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Shelby Speights Drive
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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Broadway Drive
Continue on Broadway Drive
13.8 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Hattiesburg and Sunny near Purvis.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Hattiesburg to Purvis?
The road trip is about 15 miles (24.2 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Hattiesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.5 miles from Hattiesburg and 7.5 miles from Purvis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.5 miles (23.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.01 one way or $4.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hattiesburg and Sunny near Purvis.
Stop Ideas Near West Hattiesburg
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Hattiesburg station
Hattiesburg, MS
Laurel station
Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hattiesburg and Purvis. Straight-line distance: 14.53 mi (23.39 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 Purvis
Small city in Mississippi, U.
| Population | 2,398 |
| Coordinates | 31.1432400, -89.4097900 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
End: Purvis (-89.40979, 31.14324)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $2.01 | $4.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $2.26 | $4.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
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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