Origin
Meridian, MS
Late night in Meridian on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meridian, MS to Pearl River, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
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
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meridian, MS
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Pearl River, MS
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Meridian to Pearl River, you can expect a straightforward journey spanning 46.3 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via MS 19, MS 16, and Beacon Street to complete the transit. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, this route is quite economical for travelers keeping an eye on their expenses. Both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Mississippi, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. Because of the manageable duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip.
Main Roads
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
MS 19
— 36.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, MS and Pearl River, MS.
1
Start on 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
17 sec
·
25th Avenue
2
Turn left onto 8th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
8th Street
3
Continue on MS 19
37 mi
·
54 min
·
MS 19
4
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16; MS 19
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Beacon Street
5
Turn straight onto MS 15; MS 21
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
MS 15; MS 21
6
Turn right onto MS 16
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
MS 16
7
Turn right onto North Oswald Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Oswald Road
8
Continue on Black Jack Road
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Black Jack Road
9
Turn right onto High School Circle
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
High School Circle
10
Arrive at destination
High School Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Meridian, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 46.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Navigation decision point
5
38.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street
At end of road, turn left onto MS 16; MS 19 / Beacon Street
Navigation decision point
3
41 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
MS 16
Turn right onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
3
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
North Oswald Road
Turn right onto North Oswald Road
Navigation decision point
4
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
High School Circle
Turn right onto High School Circle
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.99 one way
$13.98 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.68 | $15.35 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.31 | $16.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
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.
Destination
Pearl River, MS
Late night in Pearl River on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
SSE 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
79°F
Philadelphia, MS
23 mi in
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
5 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
1h 10m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This 46.3-mile transit is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of your time spent on open roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 36.6 miles while traveling along MS 19. The character of the road is functional and direct, prioritizing efficiency as you move between the two Mississippi locales. Expect a consistent driving experience that lacks the technical complexities of mountain passes or winding backroads. It is an ideal route if you prefer a predictable, highway-heavy path that gets you to your destination with minimal distractions.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.6 mi on MS 19.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
532 ft
296 ft
Total Climb
451 ft
Total Descent
268 ft
Highest Point
532 ft
~19.3 mi in
Elevation Range
236 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 46.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.6 miles on MS 19. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pearl River, MS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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