Laurel, Mississippi to Phenix City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.6 miles 398.5 km · straight line
309.5 miles estimated 498.1 km · driving distance
6h 14min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Mississippi from Phenix City?

The distance from Laurel, Mississippi to Phenix City is 247.6 miles (398.5 km) as the crow flies. Phenix City is located ENE of Laurel, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.5 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Mississippi in Mississippi and Phenix City 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Laurel, Mississippi and Phenix City. 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 Phenix City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 14min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 29min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 55min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Mississippi & Phenix City

Quick Facts

Laurel, Mississippi
31.69°N, 89.13°W
America/Chicago
82m elevation
Phenix City
32.47°N, 85.00°W
America/New_York
74m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients