Origin
Batesville, MS
Late night in Batesville on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Batesville, MS to Pearl, MS
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
153.4 mi
247 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 39m
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6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 12m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Batesville, MS
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Pearl, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Batesville, MS to Pearl, MS covers 153.4 miles and takes about 2h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, I 20, US 278 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 147.8 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.7 miles from Batesville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 49m highway drive covering 153.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 147.8 miles on I 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 147.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 20. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 149.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 153.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 149.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
149.3 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattie...
6
150.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Flowood, Meridian
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 East: Flowood, Meridian
4
152.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward MS 468: Pearl
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 468: Pearl
4
153.4 mi into trip
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~2h 49m in
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Pine Park Drive
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
Navigation decision point
4
153.4 mi into trip
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~2h 49m in
|
Old Country Club Road
Turn left onto Old Country Club Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 147.8 mi | 2h 40m |
| I 20 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| US 278 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Pearson Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Old Brandon Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Country Club Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pine Park Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 51 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 147.8 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Batesville, MS and Pearl, MS.
1
Start on US 51; MS 35
49 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 51; MS 35
2
Turn left onto US 278; MS 6
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 278; MS 6
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
4
Merge onto I 55
148 mi
·
2 hr 40 min
·
I 55
5
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 20 East: Flowood, Meridian
7
Merge onto I 20
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 20
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward MS 468: Pearl
9
Turn left onto MS 468
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pearson Road
10
Turn straight
290 ft
·
12 sec
11
Turn slight right onto Old Brandon Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Old Brandon Road
12
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
76 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pine Park Drive
13
Turn left onto Old Country Club Road
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Old Country Club Road
14
Arrive at destination
Old Country Club Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.7 miles from Batesville, MS, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.7 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pearl, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Batesville, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Batesville, MS
This is one driving day of about 153.4 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Batesville, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 147.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.7 mi from Batesville, MS · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.7 miles from Batesville, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 147.8 miles.
Arriving in Pearl, MS
The final approach into Pearl, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Pearl, MS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.17 one way
$46.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $25.43 | $50.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $27.53 | $55.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.87 | $67.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.36 |
| Efficient EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.42 | $6.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Pearl, MS
Late night in Pearl on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Batesville, MS to Pearl, MS covers 153.4 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 20, US 278. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.7 miles from Batesville, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 153.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 149.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Batesville, MS to Pearl, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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