Atlanta to Laurel, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

310.1 miles 499 km · straight line
346.5 miles actual route 557.6 km · driving distance
6h 18min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Laurel, Mississippi?

The distance from Atlanta to Laurel, Mississippi is 310.1 miles (499 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Mississippi is located WSW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346.5 miles, taking about 6h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Laurel, Mississippi in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Laurel, Mississippi. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Laurel, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 18min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 34min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~5h 59min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Laurel, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Laurel, Mississippi
31.69°N, 89.13°W
America/Chicago
82m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 103 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM