How far is Meridian, MS from Crystal Springs, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Crystal Springs, MS is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
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.
City in Scott County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Patchy Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Crystal Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Crystal Springs.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 17 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 8th Street
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Turn left onto Airport Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Airport Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Frontage Road
907 ft · 15 sec · North Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1120 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West: Jackson
85.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Merge slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
20.3 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51: Crystal Springs North, Utica
1517 ft · 43 sec
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Continue straight
2959 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right
79 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto West Georgetown Street
2851 ft · 59 sec · West Georgetown Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Georgetown Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Crystal Springs.
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 20 West
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West: Jackson
85.3 mi · 01h 32m
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 Meridian and Patchy Fog near Crystal Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Crystal Springs?
The road trip is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Morton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.2 miles from Meridian and 57.4 miles from Crystal Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.30 one way or $30.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Meridian and Patchy Fog near Crystal Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Morton
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 Morton.
Union Station
Hazlehurst station
Laurel station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Crystal Springs. Straight-line distance: 100.14 mi (161.16 km).
#1 Meridian
City in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 36,011 |
| Coordinates | 32.3643100, -88.7036600 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crystal Springs
City in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 4,647 |
| Coordinates | 31.9873800, -90.3570400 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crystal Springs (-90.35704, 31.98738)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.21 | $34.41 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.69 | $37.37 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.88 | $43.75 |
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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