Birmingham, Alabama to Hattiesburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

209.8 miles 337.6 km · straight line
262.2 miles estimated 422 km · driving distance
5h 17min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Hattiesburg?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Hattiesburg is 209.8 miles (337.6 km) as the crow flies. Hattiesburg is located SW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.2 miles, taking about 5h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Hattiesburg 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 Birmingham, Alabama and Hattiesburg. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, Alabama to Hattiesburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 17min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 20min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 1min $31–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Hattiesburg

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Hattiesburg
31.33°N, 89.29°W
America/Chicago
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients