If you are planning a trip from McComb to Hattiesburg, expect a straightforward journey spanning 75.2 miles. You should budget about 1 hour and 39 minutes of time behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a total fuel cost estimated at $12, it is a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Southeast Mississippi hubs. Because the entire route remains within the state, you won't face the complexities of crossing regional borders. Whether you are heading to Hattiesburg for business or a quick getaway, the route is simple enough that you won't need to plan for any overnight stops along the way.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.6 miles from McComb, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
East Presley Boulevard
65.6 mi
1h 19m
US 98
7 mi
13m
South Locust Street
0.9 mi
1m
Pearl River Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
McLeod Street
0.3 mi
<1m
State Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Hardy Street
0.2 mi
<1m
North Main Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
East Presley Boulevard
— 65.6 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McComb, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
1
Start on Main Street
327 ft·19 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto North Front Street
478 ft·25 sec·North Front Street
3
Turn right onto State Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·State Street
4
Continue on Pearl River Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Pearl River Avenue
5
Turn right onto South Locust Street
0.9 mi·1 min·South Locust Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 98
66 mi·1 hr 19 min·East Presley Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 98
0.8 mi·1 min·US 98
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 98
0.5 mi·39 sec·US 98
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 98
0.3 mi·26 sec·US 98
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 98
5.5 mi·11 min·US 98
Use the straight lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto Hardy Street
150 ft·2 sec·Hardy Street
12
Continue on Hardy Street
0.2 mi·19 sec·Hardy Street
13
Turn left onto McLeod Street
0.3 mi·44 sec·McLeod Street
14
Turn right onto MS 967
0.1 mi·33 sec·North Main Street
15
Turn left onto Batson Street
154 ft·8 sec·Batson Street
16
Turn right
329 ft·25 sec
17
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
98 ft·4 sec·East Pine Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 39 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule. Since there are no scheduled stops on this 75.2-mile path, be sure to fuel up your vehicle in McComb before you head out to cover your $12 estimate. Because the route relies heavily on local roads rather than major interstates, stay alert for changes in speed limits and traffic patterns as you move through different municipalities. Keep your navigation tools handy for the turns on US 98 and South Locust Street to ensure you stay on track. Enjoy the simplicity of this short drive, which allows you to reach Hattiesburg without the fatigue of a long-haul highway slog.
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 37.6 miles from McComb, MS, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.6 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 47m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hattiesburg, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving McComb, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McComb, MS
This is one driving day of about 75.2 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from McComb, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on East Presley Boulevard for about 65.6 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 0.1 and 74.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|North Front Street
Turn left onto North Front Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|State Street
Turn right onto State Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.9 mi into trip|~3m in|US 98 / East Presley Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto US 98 / East Presley Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
74.5 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|Hardy Street
Enter roundabout onto Hardy Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
74.6 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|McLeod Street
Turn left onto McLeod Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.36 one way
$22.71 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.47
$24.93
premium
$4.56
$13.50
$27.00
diesel
$5.61
$16.60
$33.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.6
0
$7.90
$3.61
Efficient EV
18.8
0
$6.58
$3.01
EV Truck/SUV
30.1
0
$10.53
$4.81
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
McComb, MS
Morning
in McComb on Sunday
Local time
9:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hattiesburg, MS
Morning
in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
9:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Sumrall, MS
38 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
1h 39m 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 75.2-mile trek is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend the vast majority of your time off the main highways, as the route maintains a modest 9% highway share. A significant portion of your travel—nearly 65.6 miles—is concentrated on East Presley Boulevard, which serves as the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip. Navigating the transition from McComb onto US 98 and South Locust Street requires your full attention due to the winding nature of the roads. You should prepare for a hands-on driving experience that demands more engagement than a standard multi-lane freeway.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.6 mi on East Presley Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Front Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (State Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 98 / East Presley Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 75.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 65.6 miles on East Presley Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (State Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 98 / East Presley Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hattiesburg, MS before heading back.
