Houma to Laurel, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

173.1 miles 278.5 km · straight line
216.3 miles estimated 348.1 km · driving distance
4h 21min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Houma from Laurel, Mississippi?

The distance from Houma to Laurel, Mississippi is 173.1 miles (278.5 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Mississippi is located NNE of Houma. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.3 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Houma 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 Houma 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 Houma to Laurel, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 21min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 13min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 8min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houma & Laurel, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Houma
29.60°N, 90.72°W
America/Chicago
3m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients