Drive Time
3h 31m
Distance
150.1 mi
242 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Photo: Bingqian Li
The drive from City of Greenville, MS to Pearl River, MS covers 150.1 miles and takes about 3h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 82, MS 35, MS 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.6 miles on US 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.95 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
75 miles from City of Greenville, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
This is a 3h 31m highway drive covering 150.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 82 and MS 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 61.6 miles on US 82.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
823 ft
Total Descent
426 ft
Highest Point
559 ft
~137.6 mi in
Elevation Range
442 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and MS 35. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10 miles in near US 82; US 278.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from City of Greenville, MS to Pearl River, MS is easy. At 3h 31m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10 miles (US 82; US 278): Lane positioning matters here; at 109.4 miles (South Huntington Street): Navigation decision point; at 112 miles (MS 14; MS 19): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 82; US 278
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto South Huntington Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MS 14; MS 19
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto North Oswald Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 61.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| MS 35 | 37.7 mi | 56m |
| MS 14 | 17.9 mi | 26m |
| MS 182 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Mars Hill Road | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| MS 16 | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| MS 25 | 6 mi | 6m |
| South Huntington Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between City of Greenville, MS and Pearl River, MS.
Start on Sandy Avenue
Turn right onto East Reed Road
Turn left onto MS 1
Continue on MS 182
Turn left onto US 82; US 278
Continue on US 82; MS 7
Turn right onto MS 35
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
Turn right onto South Huntington Street
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
Turn left onto MS 14; MS 19
Take the ramp
Merge onto MS 25
Turn left onto Mars Hill Road
Continue on Mars Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16
Turn left onto North Oswald Road
Continue on Black Jack Road
Turn right onto High School Circle
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75 miles or 1h 37m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pearl River, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving City of Greenville, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 City of Greenville, MS
This is one driving day of about 150.1 miles and 3h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75 mi from City of Greenville, MS · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 75 miles from City of Greenville, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.6 miles.
The final approach into Pearl River, 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 River, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$22.95 one way
$45.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $25.17 | $50.34 |
| premium | $4.61 | $27.24 | $54.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.35 | $66.69 |
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: 52.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45 | 0 | $15.76 | $7.20 |
| Efficient EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.13 | $6.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60 | 0 | $21.01 | $9.61 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in City of Greenville on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Pearl River on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Dermott, AR
75 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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