Parking area
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Trip from Hattiesburg, MS to Nettleton, MS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 23m
Distance
225.2 mi
362 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 10m
★
6 AM
4h 23m
8 AM
4h 50m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 30m
3 PM
4h 34m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hattiesburg, MS
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Nettleton, MS
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Trip Overview
Hattiesburg to Nettleton is 225.2 miles and takes about 4h 23m via Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway and US 45, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. The route primarily uses highway for about 59% of its total length, offering a mix of faster travel and surface roads. Given its manageable distance and duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day of driving, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll experience a blend of highway cruising and local road navigation as you head north.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
112.6 miles from Hattiesburg, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | 77.7 mi | 1h 24m |
| US 45 | 68.8 mi | 1h 19m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 53 mi | 1h 3m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| I 59 | 9 mi | 10m |
| Evelyn Gandy Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Glendale Avenue | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
— 77.7 mi, about 1h 24m
Traffic on I-59
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~976 veh/hr typical · worst 1,182
Quietest
2 AM
~88 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg, MS and Nettleton, MS.
1
Start on US 11
27 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Pine Street
2
Turn right onto MS 967
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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Old Highway 42
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto Glendale Avenue
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Glendale Avenue
Use the right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Monroe Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Monroe Road
6
Turn left onto MS 42
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Evelyn Gandy Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
8
Merge onto I 59
78 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 59
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 45 North: Macon
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto US 45
65 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 ALT
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Continue on US 45 ALT
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 45 South, MS 145 North: Shannon, Nettleton
15
Turn right onto US 45; US 278
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45; US 278
16
Turn left onto MS 145
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Will Robbins Highway
17
Turn slight left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 225.2-mile drive, leaving in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. The total drive time is just over 4 hours, so you can complete this trip in one day without feeling rushed. Consider a brief stop midway, perhaps around the 2-hour mark, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though with a fuel cost estimated at $33, you likely won't need to stop for gas multiple times. Pay attention to the transition from Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway to US 45, as this marks a shift in the driving environment from more open highway to potentially busier surface roads.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 112.6 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 50 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.6 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nettleton, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hattiesburg, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hattiesburg, MS
This is one driving day of about 225.2 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Hattiesburg, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway for about 77.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.6 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Parking Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Mr. Fuel Travel Center
1.6 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 157.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 967 / North Main Street
Turn right onto MS 967 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Old Highway 42
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
3 mi into trip
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~7m in
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MS 42 / Evelyn Gandy Parkway
Turn left onto MS 42 / Evelyn Gandy Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
82.9 mi into trip
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~1h 34m in
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I 59
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59 toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscalo...
8
157.3 mi into trip
|
~3h in
|
US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupel...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.26 one way
$62.52 round trip
$3.53/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.95 | $34.98 | $69.95 |
| premium | $4.29 | $38.03 | $76.05 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $42.52 | $85.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.6 | 0 | $23.65 | $10.81 |
| Efficient EV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.71 | $9.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.1 | 1 | $31.53 | $14.41 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Hattiesburg, MS
Late night in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
5:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
NW 5 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Nettleton, MS
Late night in Nettleton on Sunday
Local time
5:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Mostly Sunny
WNW 5 to 10 mph
14% chance
Live forecast
93°F
Meridian, MS
113 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 23m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Tupelo National Battlefield
National Battlefield
In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 217.4
View on nps.gov
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 225.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 59% of this 225.2-mile trip on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a single highway is 77.7 miles on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. After this, you'll transition to US 45 and US Highway 45 Alternate, which will include more surface road driving. Expect a mixed driving experience, with some periods of faster highway travel followed by slower sections as you navigate through towns and more populated areas.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.7 mi on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 967 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 225.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 967 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Old Highway 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (MS 42 / Evelyn Gandy Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
402 ft
164 ft
Total Climb
485 ft
Total Descent
388 ft
Highest Point
402 ft
~80.4 mi in
Elevation Range
237 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hattiesburg, MS and Nettleton, MS, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa and Tupelo.
Tuscaloosa
82.9 mi in
|
~1h 34m
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via I 59
Tupelo
157.3 mi in
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~3h
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via US 45 ALT
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Danny's Grocery & Deli
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Hattiesburg, MS
T-Bones Records and Cafe
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
1.9 mi from route
~5 min detour
Hattiesburg, MS
Hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-21:00; Sa 08:00-21:00
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0 mi from route
Nettleton, MS
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Th 09:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-24:00; Su...
Visit websiteBianchi's Pizzeria
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Hattiesburg, MS
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Su-We 11:00-21:00; Th-Sa 11:00-23:00
Visit websiteKFC
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Macon, MS
Cuisine: chicken
Visit websiteFairley's Wings & More
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Hattiesburg, MS
Cuisine: wings;burger
Hours: Th 17:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00; Su 11...
Nellie's Chicken and Daiquiris
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Hattiesburg, MS
Cuisine: chicken;daiquiri
Hours: Mo-We 11:00-22:00; Th-Sa 11:00-23:00; Su...
SouthBound Bagel & Coffee Shop
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Hattiesburg, MS
Cuisine: breakfast;lunch;coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Sa 07:00-13:30; Su 08:00-13:00
Dunn's Falls Water Park
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Enterprise, MS
Visit websiteMount Zion Church
Yes
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Sarah Gillespie Museum
Museum
Near the start, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Visit website
Lofty Return
Artwork
Near the start, short detour
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Skirmish at Rocky Creek
Memorial
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Bonhomie
Memorial
Near the start, short detour
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Dunn's Falls Water Park
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Enterprise, MS
Visit websitePoints of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Hattiesburg, MS
Full guide →Founded 1882
Hattiesburg is a city in Forrest County, in the Gulf Coast region of Mississippi. It is best known for being the home of the University of Southern Mississippi.
Top landmarks
- • Hattiesburg station — Amtrak station in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA
- • Old Hattiesburg High School — high school in Mississippi, United States
- • African American Military History Museum — United States historic place
Arriving in Nettleton, MS
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 225.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.7 miles on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Nettleton, MS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 967 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Old Highway 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (MS 42 / Evelyn Gandy Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Tupelo National Battlefield and Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Nettleton, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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