Laurel, Mississippi to Little Rock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.9 miles 448.9 km · straight line
348.7 miles estimated 561.1 km · driving distance
7h 1min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Mississippi from Little Rock?

The distance from Laurel, Mississippi to Little Rock is 278.9 miles (448.9 km) as the crow flies. Little Rock is located NW of Laurel, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.7 miles, taking about 7h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Mississippi in Mississippi and Little Rock in Arkansas.

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. 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 Laurel, Mississippi and Little Rock. 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 Laurel, Mississippi to Little Rock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 1min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 25min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 40min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Mississippi & Little Rock

Quick Facts

Laurel, Mississippi
31.69°N, 89.13°W
America/Chicago
82m elevation
Little Rock
34.75°N, 92.29°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients