How far is Columbia, MS from Pearl, MS?
The driving distance from Columbia, MS to Pearl, MS is about 82.9 miles (133.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Pearl.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Pearl.
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Start on Pittman Street
15 m · 2 sec · Pittman Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
660 ft · 23 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
22 mi · 33 min
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Turn slight right
28.2 mi · 42 min
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Take the ramp sharp left
886 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
28.1 mi · 35 min
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Turn right
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Old Brandon Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Old Brandon Road
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Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
23 m · 7 sec · Pine Park Drive
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Turn left onto Old Country Club Road
24 m · 3 sec · Old Country Club Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Country Club Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Pearl.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn slight right
28.2 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Columbia and Mostly Sunny near Pearl.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Pearl?
The road trip is about 82.9 miles (133.4 km) and usually takes 01h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Hebron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.4 miles from Columbia and 41.5 miles from Pearl.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.06 one way or $22.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Columbia and Mostly Sunny near Pearl.
Stop Ideas Near New Hebron
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to New Hebron.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Pearl. Straight-line distance: 72.75 mi (117.08 km).
#1 Columbia
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,850 |
| Coordinates | 31.2518400, -89.8375800 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pearl
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 26,560 |
| Coordinates | 32.2745900, -90.1320300 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| Country | United States |
End: Old Country Club Road (-90.132026, 32.274616)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.44 | $24.87 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.50 | $27.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.81 | $31.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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