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

185.9 miles 299.1 km · straight line
232.3 miles estimated 373.9 km · driving distance
4h 40min estimated drive time
$22 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
87° E bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Mississippi from Troy, Alabama?

The distance from Laurel, Mississippi to Troy, Alabama is 185.9 miles (299.1 km) as the crow flies. Troy, Alabama is located E of Laurel, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 232.3 miles, taking about 4h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Mississippi in Mississippi and Troy, 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 Troy, 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 Troy, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 40min $22 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 36min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 26min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Mississippi & Troy, Alabama

Quick Facts

Laurel, Mississippi
31.69°N, 89.13°W
America/Chicago
82m elevation
Troy, Alabama
31.81°N, 85.97°W
America/Chicago
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 134 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients