Spanning 150.3 miles across Mississippi, this journey from Pearl River to Greenville is a straightforward highway-focused drive. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 32 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $23, it is an affordable excursion that keeps you within the Southeast region for the duration of the ride. Since the route is manageable in a single stretch, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, the trip is efficient and easy to plan.
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
75.1 miles from Pearl River, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MS 35
36 mi
53m
US 82
33.8 mi
43m
US 49E
27.7 mi
33m
MS 19
19.2 mi
28m
MS 182
8.3 mi
12m
Mars Hill Road
6.9 mi
12m
MS 16
6.5 mi
9m
MS 25
6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
MS 35
— 36 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pearl River, MS and City of Greenville, MS.
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Start on High School Circle
59 ft·7 sec·High School Circle
2
Turn left onto Black Jack Road
0.1 mi·27 sec·Black Jack Road
3
Continue on North Oswald Road
0.3 mi·1 min·North Oswald Road
4
Turn right onto MS 16
6.5 mi·9 min·MS 16
5
Turn right onto Mars Hill Road
2.2 mi·3 min·Mars Hill Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto Mars Hill Road
4.8 mi·8 min·Mars Hill Road
7
Turn right onto MS 25
6.0 mi·6 min·MS 25
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
9
Turn left onto MS 19
18 mi·27 min·MS 19
10
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
1.1 mi·1 min·MS 19; MS 35
11
Turn left onto MS 731
1.4 mi·2 min·MS 731
12
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
0.1 mi·14 sec·East Jefferson Street
13
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi·3 min·North Jackson Street
14
Continue on MS 35
35 mi·52 min·MS 35
15
Turn straight onto MS 35
0.9 mi·1 min·MS 35
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 82; MS 35
20 mi·27 min·US 82; MS 35
17
Continue on US 49E; US 82; MS 7
28 mi·33 min·US 49E; US 82; MS 7
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
0.4 mi·29 sec·US 82
19
Keep slight left at fork onto US 82
13 mi·15 min·US 82
20
Turn right onto MS 182
8.3 mi·12 min·MS 182
21
Turn left onto MS 1
1.0 mi·1 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
22
Turn right onto East Reed Road
0.7 mi·1 min·East Reed Road
23
Turn left onto Sandy Avenue
46 ft·2 sec·Sandy Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Sandy Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple since the total duration is well under four hours, giving you plenty of flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. While you only need to account for one stop to manage the drive comfortably, keep an eye on your fuel gauge to ensure you stay within your $23 budget. Because the route relies heavily on major highways, be prepared for typical road traffic patterns that might fluctuate depending on the time of day. If you want to keep the trip stress-free, aim to complete your single planned stop toward the middle of the route to break up the monotony of the highway stretches. Being mindful of these transitions will help you maintain a smooth pace all the way to Greenville.
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 75.1 miles from Pearl River, MS, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36 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 33 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.1 miles or 1h 54m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Greenville, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pearl River, 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 River, MS
This is one driving day of about 150.3 miles and 3h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Pearl River, 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 MS 35 for about 36 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 78.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Black Jack Road
Turn left onto Black Jack Road
Navigation decision point
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0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|MS 16
Turn right onto MS 16
Navigation decision point
4
9.1 mi into trip|~15m in|Mars Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto Mars Hill Road
Navigation decision point
4
38.3 mi into trip|~58m in|MS 19; MS 35
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
Navigation decision point
5
78.7 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 82; MS 35
At end of road, turn left onto US 82; MS 35
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.70 one way
$45.40 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$24.92
$49.84
premium
$4.56
$26.98
$53.95
diesel
$5.61
$33.18
$66.37
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: 52.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.1
0
$15.78
$7.21
Efficient EV
37.6
0
$13.15
$6.01
EV Truck/SUV
60.1
0
$21.04
$9.62
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Pearl River, MS
Night
in Pearl River on Saturday
Local time
11:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Greenville, MS
Night
in City of Greenville on Saturday
Local time
11:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Winona, MS
75 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
21 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 32m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a consistent experience on this route, as 92% of your travel takes place on highways. You will primarily navigate a mix of MS 35, US 82, and US 49E to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 36-mile stretch on MS 35, which allows for steady, predictable driving. Because the road is heavily highway-oriented, the character of the trip remains focused on efficiency rather than technical or winding terrain. You will find that the transitions between these three main roads are the primary changes in your driving environment throughout the 150-mile journey.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36 mi on MS 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 35 and US 82. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Black Jack Road.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 150.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Black Jack Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (Mars Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
556 ft118 ft
Total Climb
449 ft
Total Descent
846 ft
Highest Point
556 ft
~12.8 mi in
Elevation Range
438 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 32m. Total distance: 150.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36 miles on MS 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Black Jack Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MS 16): Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (Mars Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Greenville, MS, but most travelers stay overnight.
