Origin
Pearl, MS
Morning in Pearl on Saturday
Local time
9:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pearl, MS to Grenada, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
117.1 mi
188 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
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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Grenada, MS
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 117.1-mile drive from Pearl, MS to Grenada, MS takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. The estimated fuel cost is around $18, which is quite reasonable for this distance. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so expect a consistent feel throughout your journey. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick and uncomplicated drive through Mississippi.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.6 miles from Pearl, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 117.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Prepare for a highway-focused experience, with 96% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-55 and I-20. The majority of your travel will be on I-55, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 111.1 miles. This means you'll encounter mostly fast-paced driving with limited deviations onto smaller roads like Sunset Drive. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficiency over scenic detours.
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.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 111.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Sunset Drive. 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
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 10m 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; near the start (Old Brandon Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
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~0m in
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Pine Park Drive
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Old Brandon Road
Turn left onto Old Brandon Road
Navigation decision point
7
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward I 55 North: North Jackson, Grenada
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 55 North: North Jackson, Grenada
5
114.6 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward MS 7 North, MS 8: Grenada, Greenwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 7 North, MS 8: Grenada, Greenwood
5
114.8 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 111.1 mi | 2h 1m |
| Sunset Drive | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| I 20 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| South Pearson Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Old Brandon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Old Country Club Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pine Park Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 111.1 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pearl, MS and Grenada, 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
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Old Brandon Road
4
Turn left onto MS 468
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Pearson Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
6
Merge onto I 20
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 20
7
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 North: North Jackson, Grenada
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 55
111 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
I 55
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward MS 7 North, MS 8: Grenada, Greenwood
10
Keep slight right at fork
403 ft
·
9 sec
11
Turn straight onto MS 8; MS 333 Scenic
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Sunset Drive
12
Arrive at destination
MS 8; MS 333 Scenic
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive well before midday. Since this is a short, highway-centric route, you likely won't need many stops, but there are no specific recommended stops provided, so plan your breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch on I-55 is over 111 miles, so ensure you have enough before heading out or plan your refueling stop accordingly.
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 58.6 miles from Pearl, MS, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.1 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 26 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.6 miles or 1h 5m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grenada, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pearl, 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 Pearl, MS
This is one driving day of about 117.1 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Pearl, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 111.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.6 mi from Pearl, MS · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.6 miles from Pearl, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.1 miles.
Arriving in Grenada, MS
The final approach into Grenada, 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 Grenada, MS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.68 one way
$35.37 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.41 | $38.83 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.02 | $42.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.85 | $51.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.30 | $5.62 |
| Efficient EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.39 | $7.49 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Grenada, MS
Morning in Grenada on Saturday
Local time
9:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Canton, MS
59 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 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 10m 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 Grenada, MS covers 117.1 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Sunset Drive, I 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.6 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 $17.68 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 10m 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; near the start (Old Brandon Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Pearl, MS to Grenada, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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