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.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
114.62 mi
02h 07m
Flight
100.14 mi
161.16 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
100.14 mi
Kilometers
161.16 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
114.62 mi
Kilometers
184.46 km
Drive Time
02h 07m

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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.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Crystal Springs
Wed, Apr 15, 11:56 PM CDT
Return by in Meridian
Thu, Apr 16, 2:04 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Meridian
2026-04-15T21:49
Arrive Crystal Springs
Wed, Apr 15, 11:56 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:07 AM to 12:07 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:16 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Meridian
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Morton
MS

City in Scott County, Mississippi, USA

From Meridian
57.2 mi
01h 03m
To Crystal Springs
57.4 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 12:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SSW
Destination
61°F
Overnight

Patchy Fog

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 3:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph S

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.

  1. 1

    Start on 25th Avenue

    83 m · 17 sec · 25th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 8th Street

    1.4 mi · 2 min · 8th Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Airport Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Airport Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North Frontage Road

    907 ft · 15 sec · North Frontage Road

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight left

    1120 ft · 27 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    1.6 mi · 2 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West: Jackson

    85.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight right

    1.6 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans

    20.3 mi · 22 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 51: Crystal Springs North, Utica

    1517 ft · 43 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    2959 ft · 52 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right

    79 m · 4 sec

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West Georgetown Street

    2851 ft · 59 sec · West Georgetown Street

  15. 15

    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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 20 West
86.9 mi · 76%
I 55 South
20.3 mi · 18%
US 51
2.31 mi · 2%
North Frontage Road
1.99 mi · 2%
8th Street
1.45 mi · 1%
Airport Boulevard
1.07 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.4 mi
100.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Morton
01h 03m from Meridian
Leave By
2:16 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Morton, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Morton.

RAIL

Union Station

51 mi away
300 W. Capital Street
RAIL

Hazlehurst station

89 mi away
North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St.
RAIL

Laurel station

89 mi away
230 North Maple Street
RAIL

Union Station

90 mi away
1901 Front Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Crystal Springs. Straight-line distance: 100.14 mi (161.16 km).

Meridian

#1 Meridian

City in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Mississippi, United States

Population36,011
Coordinates32.3643100, -88.7036600
Altitude105
CountryUnited States
Crystal Springs

#2 Crystal Springs

City in Copiah County, Mississippi, United States of America

Population4,647
Coordinates31.9873800, -90.3570400
Altitude143
CountryUnited States
Start: Meridian (-88.70366, 32.36431)
End: Crystal Springs (-90.35704, 31.98738)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 184 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
4.04 gal
15.31 L · about $15.30
Round trip
$30.60
8.08 gal · 30.62 L
Estimated CO2
35.9 kg one way
Round trip: 71.8 kg / 158 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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.

Prices in Mississippi · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Meridian and Crystal Springs. The current time is 21:49:17.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.