Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
46.3 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Photo: Bingqian Li
The drive from Meridian, MS to Pearl River, MS covers 46.3 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MS 19, MS 16, Beacon Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36.6 miles on MS 19. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.08 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
23.2 miles from Meridian, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
This is a 1h 10m highway drive covering 46.3 miles, with most of the trip on MS 19 and MS 16. The longest continuous stretch is about 36.6 miles on MS 19.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
451 ft
Total Descent
268 ft
Highest Point
532 ft
~19.3 mi in
Elevation Range
236 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 19 and MS 16. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 8th Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Meridian, MS to Pearl River, MS is easy. At 1h 10m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.2 miles (MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street): Navigation decision point; at 41 miles (MS 16): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto 8th Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto North Oswald Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto High School Circle
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS 19 | 36.6 mi | 54m |
| MS 16 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Beacon Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| 8th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| MS 15 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Oswald Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Black Jack Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 25th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, MS and Pearl River, MS.
Start on 25th Avenue
Turn left onto 8th Street
Continue on MS 19
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16; MS 19
Turn straight onto MS 15; MS 21
Turn right onto MS 16
Turn right onto North Oswald Road
Continue on Black Jack Road
Turn right onto High School Circle
Arrive at destination
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.
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 46.3 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.2 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pearl River, MS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Meridian, 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 Meridian, MS
This is one driving day of about 46.3 miles and 1h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.2 mi from Meridian, MS · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Meridian, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$7.08 one way
$14.16 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $7.76 | $15.53 |
| premium | $4.61 | $8.40 | $16.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Meridian on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Pearl River on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
Along the Route
86°F
Butler, AL
23 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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