How far is Pearl, MS from Hernando, MS?
The driving distance from Pearl, MS to Hernando, MS is about 188.9 miles (304 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.3 miles (283.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 27m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pearl and Hernando.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pearl and Hernando.
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Start on Old Country Club Road
24 m · 4 sec · Old Country Club Road
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Turn right onto Pine Park Drive
23 m · 9 sec · Pine Park Drive
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Turn left onto Old Brandon Road
1466 ft · 44 sec · Old Brandon Road
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Turn left onto South Pearson Road
2560 ft · 52 sec · South Pearson Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1225 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: North Jackson, Grenada
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
184 mi · 3 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Hermando
1453 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto East Commerce Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Commerce Street
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Turn right
49 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pearl and Hernando.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Merge slight left
184 mi · 03h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny leaving Pearl and Mostly Sunny near Hernando.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pearl to Hernando?
The road trip is about 188.9 miles (304 km) and usually takes 03h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Winona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.6 miles from Pearl and 94.3 miles from Hernando.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.3 miles (283.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.26 one way or $50.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Pearl and Mostly Sunny near Hernando.
Stop Ideas Near Winona
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 Winona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pearl and Hernando. Straight-line distance: 176.33 mi (283.77 km).
#1 Pearl
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 26,560 |
| Coordinates | 32.2745900, -90.1320300 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hernando
City in Mississippi
| Population | 16,854 |
| Coordinates | 34.8239900, -89.9937000 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hernando (-89.9937, 34.82399)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 304 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $25.26 | $50.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.41 | $56.82 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.85 | $61.70 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.12 | $72.24 |
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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