Greenwood, Mississippi to Laurel, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

139.9 miles 225.2 km · straight line
174.9 miles estimated 281.5 km · driving distance
3h 31min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is Greenwood, Mississippi from Laurel, Mississippi?

The distance from Greenwood, Mississippi to Laurel, Mississippi is 139.9 miles (225.2 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Mississippi is located SSE of Greenwood, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174.9 miles, taking about 3h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Greenwood, Mississippi and Laurel, Mississippi. 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 Greenwood, Mississippi to Laurel, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 31min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 13min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Quick Facts

Greenwood, Mississippi
33.52°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
40m 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 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 178 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients