Origin
Pearl, MS
Morning in Pearl on Monday
Local time
8:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pearl, MS to Picayune, MS
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
148.3 mi
239 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pearl, MS
Alexander Krivitskiy
Picayune, MS
大 董
Trip Overview
The drive from Pearl, MS to Picayune, MS covers 148.3 miles and takes about 2h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, US 49, Highway 49 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 60.7 miles on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.67 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
74.1 miles from Pearl, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Pearl, MS to Picayune, MS covers 148.3 miles and takes about 2h 55m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 60.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pine Park Drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pine Park Drive): Navigation decision point; at 84.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.5 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pine Park Drive
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
Navigation decision point
7
84.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Take the exit toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
6
84.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
4
145.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward MS 43: North Picayune
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MS 43: North Picayune
4
148.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
|
East Canal Street
Turn left onto East Canal Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Pearl, MS and Picayune, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast and Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Gulf Coast
84.2 mi in
|
~1h 44m
Mississippi Gulf Coast
84.5 mi in
|
~1h 44m
|
via I 59
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | 60.7 mi | 1h 5m |
| US 49 | 59.9 mi | 1h 12m |
| Highway 49 South | 22.6 mi | 28m |
| US 11 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Highway 43 North | 1 mi | 1m |
| Old Brandon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 80 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Canal Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
— 60.7 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pearl, MS and Picayune, MS.
1
Start on Old Country Club Road
79 ft
·
4 sec
·
Old Country Club Road
2
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
75 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pine Park Drive
3
Turn left onto Old Brandon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Brandon Road
4
Turn left
0.8 mi
·
1 min
5
Turn left onto Highway 49 South
23 mi
·
28 min
·
Highway 49 South
6
Continue straight
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
7
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
8
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
10
Merge slight left onto Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward MS 43: North Picayune
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
MS 43: North Picayune
12
Turn right onto Highway 43 North
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 43 North
13
Turn straight
495 ft
·
22 sec
14
Turn left
1.5 mi
·
2 min
15
Turn left onto East Canal Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Canal Street
16
Arrive at your destination
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 74.1 miles from Pearl, MS, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.7 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.1 miles or 1h 31m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Picayune, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Pearl, 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 Pearl, MS
This is one driving day of about 148.3 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pearl, 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 Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway for about 60.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.1 mi from Pearl, MS · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 74.1 miles from Pearl, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.7 miles.
Arriving in Picayune, MS
The final approach into Picayune, 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 Picayune, 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
$22.67 one way
$45.34 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $24.87 | $49.73 |
| premium | $4.61 | $26.92 | $53.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.95 | $65.89 |
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: 51.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.57 | $7.12 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.76 | $9.49 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Picayune, MS
Morning in Picayune on Monday
Local time
8:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°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 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 55m 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 Pearl, MS to Picayune, MS covers 148.3 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, US 49, Highway 49 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.1 miles from Pearl, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.67 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 is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pine Park Drive): Navigation decision point; at 84.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.5 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Pearl, MS and Picayune, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast and Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Picayune, MS
More trips to Picayune, MS
Explore more options from Pearl, MS or browse trips ending in Picayune, MS.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MS road trips.
Explore maps for Pearl, MS or Picayune, MS on MapSof.net.