How far is Pontotoc, MS from Pearl, MS?
The driving distance from Pontotoc, MS to Pearl, MS is about 187 miles (300.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 151.2 miles (243.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
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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 Pontotoc and Pearl.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pontotoc and Pearl.
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Start on East Marion Street
17 m · 3 sec · East Marion Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1943 ft · 43 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Oxford Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Oxford Street
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Turn right onto Turnpike Road
2064 ft · 43 sec · Turnpike Road
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp left toward US 278 West, MS 6 West: Oxford
1728 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pontotoc Parkway West
2.1 mi · 2 min · Pontotoc Parkway West
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Keep slight right to continue on Pontotoc Parkway West
24.4 mi · 28 min · Pontotoc Parkway West
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Continue straight
2526 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
1.6 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 7: Holly Springs, Water Valley
984 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left
52 m · 8 sec
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Merge left
6.5 mi · 9 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward MS 7 South: Water Valley
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto MS 7 South: Water Valley
36.4 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight left
101 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Continue straight
15.6 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East, US 49 South: Meridian, Hattiesburg
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 East: Flowood, Meridian
1841 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 468: Pearl
1398 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto South Pearson Road
1.1 km · 1 min · South Pearson Road
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Turn straight
88 m · 13 sec
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Turn slight right onto Old Brandon Road
1250 ft · 33 sec · 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 Pontotoc and Pearl.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
MS 7 South
Take the exit slight left
101 mi · 01h 48m
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.
Sunny leaving Pontotoc 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 Pontotoc to Pearl?
The road trip is about 187 miles (300.9 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Winona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.9 miles from Pontotoc and 89.1 miles from Pearl.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 151.2 miles (243.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.8 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 12:32 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.62 one way or $49.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pontotoc and Patchy Fog near Pearl.
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 Pontotoc and Pearl. Straight-line distance: 151.25 mi (243.41 km).
#1 Pontotoc
City in Pontotoc County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,227 |
| Coordinates | 34.2478800, -88.9986700 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| 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: 301 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $27.81 | $55.61 |
| Premium | $4.61 | $30.45 | $60.89 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $38.27 | $76.55 |
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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