How far is Diamondhead, MS from Pearl, MS?
The driving distance from Diamondhead, MS to Pearl, MS is about 162 miles (260.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.6 miles (221.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 52m.
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.
Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Diamondhead and Pearl.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Diamondhead and Pearl.
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Start on the route
42 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
116 m · 22 sec
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Turn left
1187 ft · 54 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Diamondhead Drive West
828 ft · 28 sec · Diamondhead Drive West
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Continue on Diamondhead Drive West
1.4 km · 2 min · Diamondhead Drive West
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Turn left onto Analii Street
1894 ft · 1 min · Analii Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Diamondhead Drive North
1774 ft · 54 sec · Diamondhead Drive North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Diamondhead Circle
126 m · 12 sec · Diamondhead Drive
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Exit the rotary onto Diamondhead Drive
2036 ft · 56 sec · Diamondhead Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Gex Drive
35 m · 3 sec · Gex Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto Gex Drive
92 m · 8 sec · Gex Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
1941 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 43, MS 603: Bay Saint Louis, Kiln, Picayune
1804 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right
77 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight
19.5 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
15.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1317 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
40.4 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North, MS 42 West: Jackson
1123 ft · 39 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
1077 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
66.5 mi · 1 hr 21 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 Diamondhead and Pearl.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 49 North
Continue straight
66.5 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Diamondhead and Patchy Fog near Pearl.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Diamondhead to Pearl?
The road trip is about 162 miles (260.7 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
West Hattiesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.1 miles from Diamondhead and 78.9 miles from Pearl.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.6 miles (221.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:46 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.34 one way or $42.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Diamondhead and Patchy Fog near Pearl.
Stop Ideas Near West Hattiesburg
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 West Hattiesburg.
Hattiesburg station
Hattiesburg, MS
Laurel station
Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Diamondhead and Pearl. Straight-line distance: 137.57 mi (221.4 km).
#1 Diamondhead
City in Hancock County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 8,058 |
| Coordinates | 30.3946400, -89.3639400 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| 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: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $3.73 | $21.34 | $42.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $24.10 | $48.20 |
| Premium | $4.61 | $26.39 | $52.77 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $33.17 | $66.34 |
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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