How far is Hattiesburg, MS from Yazoo City, MS?
The driving distance from Hattiesburg, MS to Yazoo City, MS is about 136.3 miles (219.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.1 miles (199.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 44m 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 02h 52m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Simpson 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 Yazoo City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg and Yazoo City.
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Start on East Pine Street
8 m · 5 sec · East Pine Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
1.7 mi · 3 min · Old Highway 42
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Turn slight right
615 ft · 12 sec
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Turn straight
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
69.9 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Jackson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
5.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North: Yazoo City
1360 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Medgar Evers Boulevard
36.1 mi · 43 min · Medgar Evers Boulevard
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Broadway Street
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Turn right onto North Washington Street
1677 ft · 46 sec · North Washington Street
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Turn right onto East Canal Street
1216 ft · 40 sec · East Canal Street
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1484 ft · 46 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
20 m · 3 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hattiesburg and Yazoo City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Old Highway 42
Continue straight
69.9 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hattiesburg and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Yazoo City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hattiesburg to Yazoo City?
The road trip is about 136.3 miles (219.4 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Braxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.2 miles from Hattiesburg and 68.1 miles from Yazoo City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.1 miles (199.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 12:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.22 one way or $36.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hattiesburg and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Yazoo City.
Stop Ideas Near Braxton
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 Braxton.
Union Station
Hazlehurst station
Brookhaven
Laurel station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hattiesburg and Yazoo City. Straight-line distance: 124.13 mi (199.76 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 Yazoo City
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 10,869 |
| Coordinates | 32.8551300, -90.4056500 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Yazoo City (-90.40565, 32.85513)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $18.22 | $36.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.49 | $40.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $22.25 | $44.49 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.05 | $52.09 |
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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