Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
88.6 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
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If you are planning to travel from Pearl to Hattiesburg, you are looking at a straightforward 88.6-mile journey through Southeast Mississippi. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 53 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $14, it is a highly economical route for a quick getaway or business commute. Since the drive is entirely within the state, you won't deal with the complications of crossing regional borders. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
44.3 miles from Pearl, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 49 and Highway 49 South, which provide a consistent rhythm for the drive. Be prepared for a long, steady stretch of 61.2 miles on US 49, where you can maintain a steady pace without frequent turns. The route transitions smoothly from the Pearl area into the Hattiesburg region, maintaining a reliable, high-speed character throughout the duration. Expect a predictable experience that favors directness over winding secondary roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Highway 49 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pine Park Drive.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 53m 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 85.5 miles (Old Highway 42): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.3 miles (North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Old Highway 42
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto US 11 / East Pine Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 61.2 mi | 1h 14m |
| Highway 49 South | 22.6 mi | 28m |
| Old Highway 42 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Old Brandon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 80 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Batson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pearl, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.
Start on Old Country Club Road
Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
Turn left onto Old Brandon Road
Turn left onto US 80; MS 468
Turn left onto Highway 49 South
Continue on US 49
Continue on US 49; MS 42
Continue on US 49; MS 42
Turn left onto Old Highway 42
Turn right onto North Main Street
Turn left onto Batson Street
Turn right
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
Arrive at destination
Because this drive is under two hours, you have significant flexibility with your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 88.6-mile distance is easily manageable in a single stint. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Pearl to ensure you stay within your $14 budget without needing to hunt for stations on the highway. Since the route relies heavily on US 49, stay alert for changing speed limits as you pass through smaller communities along the way. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage and enjoy the ease of a drive that doesn't require complex navigation.
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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.3 miles or 56m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hattiesburg, MS than in the middle of the route.
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 88.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.3 mi from Pearl, MS · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Pearl, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 miles.
The final approach into Hattiesburg, 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 Hattiesburg, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$13.54 one way
$27.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $14.86 | $29.71 |
| premium | $4.61 | $16.08 | $32.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.68 | $39.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.75 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.40 | $5.67 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 Pearl on Sunday
Local time
5:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Hattiesburg on Sunday
Local time
5:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Magee, MS
44 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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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