Laurel, MS Road Trips
Laurel, MS serves as a quiet starting point in the Southeast, connecting drivers to 6 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 128 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Laurel, MS spread mainly north and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
284.3 mi
Southaven, MS
Quickest Drive
41m
Hattiesburg, MS
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Trips from Laurel, MS
Driving from Laurel, MS
On average, trips departing from Laurel, MS run 128 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 29m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 284 miles (5h 21m), while the shortest is just 30 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Laurel, MS most often head toward Southaven, MS (284.3 mi, 5h 21m), Tupelo, MS (200.1 mi, 3h 52m), Biloxi, MS (108 mi, 2h 9m), Jackson, MS (89.5 mi, 1h 49m), and Meridian, MS (57.1 mi, 1h 4m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MS currently averages around $3.79 per gallon. For the typical 128-mile trip from Laurel, MS, budget about $19 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Laurel, MS and 0 routes heading into Laurel, MS, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 30 to 284 miles.
The longest mapped route from Laurel, MS covers 284 miles and takes approximately 5h 21m. Shorter options start at just 30 miles.
The average route from Laurel, MS runs about 128 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 29m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.79/gallon for regular), the average 128-mile trip from Laurel, MS costs roughly $19 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Laurel, MS include Southaven, MS, Tupelo, MS, Biloxi, MS and Jackson, MS. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Laurel, MS by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
17,129
Median Income
$37,781
Median Home Value
$110,200
Median Age
35.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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