Origin
Pearl, MS
Afternoon in Pearl on Thursday
Local time
3:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pearl, MS to Bay Saint Louis, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 34m
Distance
169 mi
272 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 22m
★
6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 58m
8 PM
3h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pearl, MS
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Bay Saint Louis, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pearl, MS to Bay Saint Louis, MS covers 169 miles and takes about 3h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 49, Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, MS 603 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.9 miles on US 49. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.52 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
84.5 miles from Pearl, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 34m. Total distance: 169 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 34m highway drive covering 169 miles, with most of the trip on US 49 and Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.9 miles on US 49.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pine Park Drive.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 34m 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
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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
5
124.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward MS 53: Poplarville, Necaise
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 53: Poplarville, Necaise
4
168.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
|
South 2nd Street
Turn right onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Pearl, MS and Bay Saint Louis, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast and Necaise.
Gulf Coast
84.2 mi in
|
~1h 44m
Mississippi Gulf Coast
84.5 mi in
|
~1h 44m
|
via I 59
Necaise
124.7 mi in
|
~2h 28m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 59.9 mi | 1h 12m |
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | 40.1 mi | 43m |
| MS 603 | 25 mi | 37m |
| Highway 49 South | 22.6 mi | 28m |
| South Main Street | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| US 90 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Old Brandon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 59.9 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pearl, MS and Bay Saint Louis, MS.
1
Start on Old Country Club Road
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Old Country Club Road
2
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
76 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pine Park Drive
3
Turn left onto Old Brandon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Brandon Road
4
Turn left onto US 80; MS 468
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 80; MS 468
5
Turn left onto Highway 49 South
23 mi
·
28 min
·
Highway 49 South
6
Continue on US 49
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US 49
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49; MS 42
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 49; MS 42
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49; MS 42
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 59 South: New Orleans, Gulf Coast
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 59
40 mi
·
43 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Toward Mississippi Gulf Coast
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward MS 53: Poplarville, Necaise
12
Turn left onto MS 53
16 mi
·
23 min
·
South Main Street
13
Continue on MS 603
25 mi
·
37 min
·
MS 603
14
Turn left onto US 90
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 90
15
Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto South 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South 2nd Street
17
Arrive at destination
South 2nd Street
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.5 miles from Pearl, MS, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.9 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 37 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.5 miles or 1h 44m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bay Saint Louis, 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 169 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 US 49 for about 59.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.5 mi from Pearl, MS · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.5 miles from Pearl, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bay Saint Louis, MS
The final approach into Bay Saint Louis, 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 Bay Saint Louis, 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
$25.52 one way
$51.05 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $28.02 | $56.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $30.33 | $60.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.31 | $74.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.7 | 0 | $17.74 | $8.11 |
| Efficient EV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.79 | $6.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.6 | 0 | $23.66 | $10.82 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Bay Saint Louis, MS
Afternoon in Bay Saint Louis on Thursday
Local time
3:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°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
33 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
3h 34m 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 Bay Saint Louis, MS covers 169 miles and takes about 3h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, MS 603. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.5 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 $25.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 3h 34m 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 Bay Saint Louis, MS, road signs point toward Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast and Necaise.
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