How far is Morgantown, MS from Hattiesburg, MS?
The driving distance from Morgantown, MS to Hattiesburg, MS is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 47m 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 02h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat of Lawrence County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Morgantown and Hattiesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown and Hattiesburg.
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Start on Morgantown Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Morgantown Road
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Continue on Morgantown Road
53 m · 5 sec · Morgantown Road
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Turn left
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
78.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Continue straight
20.2 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right
853 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 49 South: Hattiesburg
1291 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
21.6 mi · 26 min
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Continue straight
2294 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Old Highway 42
1.8 mi · 3 min · Old Highway 42
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Batson Street
47 m · 9 sec · Batson Street
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Turn right
100 m · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Pine Street
30 m · 4 sec · East Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Morgantown and Hattiesburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Morgantown Road
Take the exit slight right
78.3 mi · 01h 32m
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 Morgantown and Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Morgantown to Hattiesburg?
The road trip is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.6 miles from Morgantown and 65.2 miles from Hattiesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:42 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.59 one way or $35.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Morgantown and Sunny near Hattiesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Monticello
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 Monticello.
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Hazlehurst station
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Hattiesburg, MS
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Morgantown and Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 122.44 mi (197.05 km).
#1 Morgantown
Morgantown is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.5726700, -91.3476100 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hattiesburg
The most populous city in Forrest County, Mississippi.
| Population | 45,806 |
| Coordinates | 31.3271200, -89.2903400 |
| Altitude | 52 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Pine Street (-89.290316, 31.327101)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $3.67 | $17.59 | $35.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $19.89 | $39.78 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $21.82 | $43.64 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $27.54 | $55.08 |
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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