Laurel travel guide
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You're Going to Love Laurel
With a population of 18,540, Laurel is a must-see destination in Mississippi, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.
When to visit Laurel
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Laurel in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 160 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Laurel, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.
How to Get to Laurel
Plane
When flying to Laurel, you’ll arrive at Laurel Hattiesburg-PineBelt (PIB), which is located 20 miles from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Laurel is called Laurel, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Laurel is to pick up a car hire from New Orleans, which is about 133 miles from Laurel. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in New Orleans.
Airlines serving Laurel
Where to stay in Laurel
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Laurel and Econo Lodge Laurel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Laurel
Most booked hotels in Laurel
Hiring a car in Laurel
Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Laurel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.90 and $25.20. The most frequently booked car type in Laurel is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Subaru Legacy or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.