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

113.9 miles 183.3 km · straight line
142.4 miles estimated 229.1 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Hammond, Louisiana from Laurel, Mississippi?

The distance from Hammond, Louisiana to Laurel, Mississippi is 113.9 miles (183.3 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Mississippi is located NE of Hammond, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.4 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Hammond, Louisiana in Louisiana 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. 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 Hammond, Louisiana 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 Hammond, Louisiana to Laurel, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hammond, Louisiana & Laurel, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Hammond, Louisiana
30.50°N, 90.46°W
America/Chicago
13m 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 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients