Columbus, Mississippi to Hammond, Louisiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

238.6 miles 384 km · straight line
298.3 miles estimated 480 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Mississippi from Hammond, Louisiana?

The distance from Columbus, Mississippi to Hammond, Louisiana is 238.6 miles (384 km) as the crow flies. Hammond, Louisiana is located SSW of Columbus, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.3 miles, taking about 6h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Mississippi in Mississippi and Hammond, Louisiana in Louisiana.

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 Columbus, Mississippi and Hammond, Louisiana. 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 Columbus, Mississippi to Hammond, Louisiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Mississippi & Hammond, Louisiana

Quick Facts

Columbus, Mississippi
33.50°N, 88.43°W
America/Chicago
66m elevation
Hammond, Louisiana
30.50°N, 90.46°W
America/Chicago
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients