Traveling from Hattiesburg to Sardis covers 88.3 miles through the heart of Mississippi, typically taking about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize US 84, US 49, and MS 27 to navigate between these two Southeast locations. Budgeting roughly $14 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit costs for the journey. This route offers a practical connection across the state, providing a reliable path for travelers looking to move efficiently between these regions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Hattiesburg, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 84
34.1 mi
39m
US 49
24.3 mi
30m
MS 27
11.1 mi
15m
King Road
5.9 mi
15m
Monticello Road
5.1 mi
12m
Main Street
1.8 mi
2m
Old Highway 42
1.7 mi
3m
North Main Street
1.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 34.1 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hattiesburg, MS and Sardis, MS.
1
Start on US 11
27 ft·5 sec·East Pine Street
2
Turn right onto MS 967
1.3 mi·3 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
1.7 mi·3 min·Old Highway 42
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn slight right
0.1 mi·12 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn straight onto US 49
2.2 mi·3 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 49; MS 42
5.4 mi·6 min·US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49
5.3 mi·6 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 49
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 49
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 49
4.2 mi·4 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 49
7.1 mi·8 min·US 49
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
12
Turn left
72 ft·2 sec
13
Turn left onto MS 184
1.8 mi·2 min·Main Street
14
Turn left onto US 84
10 mi·12 min·US 84
15
Continue on US 84
24 mi·27 min·US 84
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward MS 27: Monticello, Georgetown
17
Turn right onto MS 27
11 mi·15 min·MS 27
18
Turn left onto Mildred Little Road
1.0 mi·3 min·Mildred Little Road
19
Turn left onto Bobby Kennedy Road
1.2 mi·4 min·Bobby Kennedy Road
20
Continue on King Road
5.9 mi·15 min·King Road
21
Continue on Monticello Road
5.1 mi·12 min·Monticello Road
22
Arrive at destination
Monticello Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 88.3-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid any local congestion. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled into this 2-hour and 12-minute duration, you can easily pace the drive to suit your own comfort levels. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as $14 is a modest estimate for your total gas consumption. A helpful tip for this specific transit is to prepare for the transition between major highways and state roads, as the road character shifts noticeably when you switch from US 84 to the other segments. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic will ensure you maintain your estimated travel time.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.1 miles from Hattiesburg, MS, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.1 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sardis, 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 88.3 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Hattiesburg, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 84 for about 34.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 63.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|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|~3m in|Old Highway 42
At end of road, turn left onto Old Highway 42
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
27.5 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 184: Downtown Collins
4
27.7 mi into trip|~37m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
63.6 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward MS 27: Monticello, Georgetown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 27: Monticello, Georgetown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.34 one way
$26.67 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$14.64
$29.28
premium
$4.56
$15.85
$31.70
diesel
$5.61
$19.50
$38.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.5
0
$9.27
$4.24
Efficient EV
22.1
0
$7.73
$3.53
EV Truck/SUV
35.3
0
$12.36
$5.65
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hattiesburg, MS
Late night
in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sardis, MS
Late night
in Sardis on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
29 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive keeps you moving, with 81% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will encounter a mix of thoroughfares, including a significant 34.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along US 84 that allows for steady cruising. The route transitions through varying road types, moving from the flow of US 49 to the more local feel of MS 27. Expect a consistent pace behind the wheel as you navigate the different segments, which keeps the drive feeling productive and focused. It is a functional drive that trades complex scenery for straightforward, efficient mileage.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.1 mi on US 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US 49. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 967 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 27.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
434 ft164 ft
Total Climb
689 ft
Total Descent
478 ft
Highest Point
434 ft
~36.8 mi in
Elevation Range
270 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hattiesburg, MS to Sardis, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Georgetown along the way.
Georgetown
63.6 mi in|~1h 20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 88.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.1 miles on US 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 27.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sardis, MS before heading back.
