Lakeland to Laurel, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lakeland from Laurel, Mississippi?

The distance from Lakeland to Laurel, Mississippi is 498.7 miles (802.6 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Mississippi is located WNW of Lakeland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 598.4 miles, taking about 12h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Lakeland in Florida and Laurel, Mississippi in Mississippi.

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 Lakeland 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.