Laurel, Mississippi to Montgomery, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

172 miles 276.8 km · straight line
215 miles estimated 346 km · driving distance
4h 20min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
73° ENE bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Mississippi from Montgomery, Alabama?

The distance from Laurel, Mississippi to Montgomery, Alabama is 172 miles (276.8 km) as the crow flies. Montgomery, Alabama is located ENE of Laurel, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 215 miles, taking about 4h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Mississippi in Mississippi and Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama.

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 Laurel, Mississippi and Montgomery, Alabama. 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 Montgomery, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 20min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 12min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 7min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Mississippi & Montgomery, Alabama

Quick Facts

Laurel, Mississippi
31.69°N, 89.13°W
America/Chicago
82m elevation
Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 144.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients