Hattiesburg to McAlester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hattiesburg from McAlester?

The distance from Hattiesburg to McAlester is 450 miles (724.2 km) as the crow flies. McAlester is located NW of Hattiesburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 540 miles, taking about 10h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Hattiesburg in Mississippi and McAlester in Oklahoma.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Hattiesburg and McAlester. 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.