Origin
Columbia, MS
Morning in Columbia on Monday
Local time
7:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, MS to Pearl, MS
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
82.7 mi
133 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbia, MS
Arturo Añez.
Pearl, MS
Alexander Krivitskiy
Trip Overview
The drive from Columbia, MS to Pearl, MS covers 82.7 miles and takes about 1h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MS 13, US 49, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.2 miles on MS 13. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.64 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
41.3 miles from Columbia, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 57m highway drive covering 82.7 miles, with most of the trip on MS 13 and US 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.2 miles on MS 13.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MS 13 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 13 and US 49. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 2nd Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Columbia, MS to Pearl, MS is easy. At 1h 57m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 52.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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2nd Street
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
52.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 49
Merge onto US 49
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
82.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
Old Country Club Road
Turn left onto Old Country Club Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 13 | 50.2 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 49 | 28.1 mi | 34m |
| Main Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Old Brandon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 80 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old Country Club Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pine Park Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 13
— 50.2 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, MS and Pearl, MS.
1
Start on Pittman Street
51 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pittman Street
2
Turn left onto 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
2nd Street
3
Turn left onto Main Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on MS 13
22 mi
·
32 min
·
MS 13
5
Turn slight right onto MS 13; MS 184
28 mi
·
42 min
·
MS 13; MS 184
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
7
Merge onto US 49
28 mi
·
34 min
·
US 49
8
Turn right onto US 80; MS 468
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 80; MS 468
9
Turn right onto Old Brandon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Brandon Road
10
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
76 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pine Park Drive
11
Turn left onto Old Country Club Road
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Old Country Club Road
12
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.3 miles from Columbia, MS, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.2 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 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.3 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
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 Columbia, 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 Columbia, MS
This is one driving day of about 82.7 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Columbia, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on MS 13 for about 50.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.3 mi from Columbia, MS · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.64 one way
$25.29 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $13.87 | $27.73 |
| premium | $4.61 | $15.01 | $30.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.37 | $36.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.29 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Pearl, MS
Morning in Pearl on Monday
Local time
7:54 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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 57m 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 Columbia, MS to Pearl, MS covers 82.7 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 13, US 49, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.3 miles from Columbia, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.64 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.
The drive from Columbia, MS to Pearl, MS is easy. At 1h 57m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 52.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Columbia, MS to Pearl, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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