Origin
Holly Springs, MS
Morning in Holly Springs on Monday
Local time
9:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holly Springs, MS to Pearl, MS
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
82.8 mi
133 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pearl, MS
Alexander Krivitskiy
Trip Overview
The drive from Holly Springs, MS to Pearl, MS covers 82.8 miles and takes about 2h 6m 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, Hugh White Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.2 miles on MS 13. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.66 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
41.4 miles from Holly Springs, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 6m highway drive covering 82.8 miles, with most of the trip on MS 13 and US 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 28.2 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 15 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 28.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 13 and US 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near Ranch Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 6m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Ranch Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (MS 587): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.6 miles (MS 44): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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Ranch Road
At end of road, turn right onto Ranch Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
MS 587
Turn sharp left onto MS 587
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
3.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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MS 44
Turn right onto MS 44
Navigation decision point
5
9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
MS 13 / Hugh White Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto MS 13 / Hugh White Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
4
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 13 | 28.2 mi | 42m |
| US 49 | 28.1 mi | 34m |
| Hugh White Memorial Highway | 15.6 mi | 23m |
| MS 44 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| John Dunaway Road | 1.6 mi | 6m |
| Old Brandon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 80 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| MS 587 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MS 13
— 28.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holly Springs, MS and Pearl, MS.
1
Start on Holly Springs Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Holly Springs Road
2
Turn right onto John Dunaway Road
1.6 mi
·
6 min
·
John Dunaway Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Ranch Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ranch Road
4
Turn sharp left onto MS 587
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 587
5
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
6
Turn right onto MS 44
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
MS 44
7
At end of road, turn left onto MS 13
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Hugh White Memorial Highway
8
Turn slight right onto MS 13; MS 184
28 mi
·
42 min
·
MS 13; MS 184
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
10
Merge onto US 49
28 mi
·
34 min
·
US 49
11
Turn right onto US 80; MS 468
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 80; MS 468
12
Turn right onto Old Brandon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Brandon Road
13
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
76 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pine Park Drive
14
Turn left onto Old Country Club Road
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Old Country Club Road
15
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 41.4 miles from Holly Springs, MS, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 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 2h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 1h 10m 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 49m
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 Holly Springs, 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 Holly Springs, MS
This is one driving day of about 82.8 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Holly Springs, 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 28.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.4 mi from Holly Springs, MS · 1h 10m 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
$12.66 one way
$25.32 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $13.88 | $27.77 |
| premium | $4.61 | $15.03 | $30.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.40 | $36.79 |
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: 29 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 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.59 | $5.30 |
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
9:16 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
2h 6m 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 Holly Springs, MS to Pearl, MS covers 82.8 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MS 13, US 49, Hugh White Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.4 miles from Holly Springs, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.66 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 6m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Ranch Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (MS 587): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.6 miles (MS 44): Navigation decision point.
The route from Holly Springs, MS to Pearl, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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