Hattiesburg to Pensacola: Road Trip Guide & Distance

137.9 miles 222 km · straight line
172.4 miles estimated 277.5 km · driving distance
3h 28min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Hattiesburg from Pensacola?

The distance from Hattiesburg to Pensacola is 137.9 miles (222 km) as the crow flies. Pensacola is located ESE of Hattiesburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.4 miles, taking about 3h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Hattiesburg in Mississippi and Pensacola in Florida.

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 Hattiesburg and Pensacola. 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 Hattiesburg to Pensacola

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 28min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 10min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 18min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hattiesburg & Pensacola

Quick Facts

Hattiesburg
31.33°N, 89.29°W
America/Chicago
52m elevation
Pensacola
30.42°N, 87.22°W
America/Chicago
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients