Laurel, Mississippi to McAlester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

443.7 miles 714.1 km · straight line
532.5 miles estimated 856.9 km · driving distance
10h 43min estimated drive time
$51 - $63 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Mississippi from McAlester?

The distance from Laurel, Mississippi to McAlester is 443.7 miles (714.1 km) as the crow flies. McAlester is located WNW of Laurel, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 532.5 miles, taking about 10h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Mississippi 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 Laurel, Mississippi 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.

How to Get from Laurel, Mississippi to McAlester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 43min $51 - $63 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 52min $43–$80* Budget
Train ~10h 11min $64–$186* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Mississippi & McAlester

Quick Facts

Laurel, Mississippi
31.69°N, 89.13°W
America/Chicago
82m elevation
McAlester
34.93°N, 95.77°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 148 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients