Road Trips from Hattiesburg, MS
Hattiesburg is your launchpad for a variety of Mississippi drives. You've got options for quick, under-two-hour hops to nearby cities, including a coastal route to Bay Saint Louis. If you're up for a longer haul, several destinations are around 3 to 5 hours away, some offering a higher drive score and access to significant historical parks. The majority of these trips are day trips, but the longer routes provide a taste of what's further afield.
Total Routes
13
Shortest
4.3h
With Parks Nearby
13
Weekend trip
13 total in this range
New Albany, MS
5h257.7 mi one way
At 257.7 miles and 5 hours, this is your longest option, boasting a perfect drive score of 10. It's a mixed drive and offers access to both Tupelo National Battlefield and the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
Mantachie, MS
4h 50m244.5 mi one way
This 244.5-mile drive takes 4.8 hours and has a top drive score of 10. Similar to New Albany, it's a mixed drive with access to Tupelo National Battlefield and the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
Nettleton, MS
4h 23m225.2 mi one way
Vardaman, MS
4h 36m229.3 mi one way
Pontotoc, MS
4h 49m245.3 mi one way
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New Albany, MS
5h257.7 mi one way
Mantachie, MS
4h 50m244.5 mi one way
Nettleton, MS
4h 23m225.2 mi one way
Vardaman, MS
4h 36m229.3 mi one way
Corinth, MS
5h 28m280.2 mi one way
Olive Branch, MS
5h 36m290.5 mi one way
Southaven, MS
5h 26m284.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring is ideal for exploring the historical parks accessible via the longer drives, like the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, with comfortable temperatures.
Summer
Summer makes the shorter drives to the coast, like Biloxi or Bay Saint Louis, appealing for a quick getaway, though inland parks will be hot.
Fall
Fall offers pleasant driving conditions for all routes, especially the longer ones to places like New Albany which feature the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
Winter
Winter drives are feasible for most destinations, with the coastal routes offering a mild escape from colder weather.
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