How far is Meridian, MS from Forest, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Forest, MS is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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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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 00h 57m.
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 Newton County, Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Forest.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Forest.
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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
42.8 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 35: Raleigh, Forest
1385 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MS 35: Raleigh, Forest
110 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto Highway 35 South
1.8 mi · 3 min · Highway 35 South
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Turn slight right
100 m · 12 sec
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Turn slight right onto West 3rd Street
1428 ft · 32 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North Banks Street
57 m · 5 sec · North Banks Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Banks Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Forest.
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
42.8 mi · 00h 46m
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 Sunny leaving Meridian and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Forest.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Forest?
The road trip is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Newton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Meridian and 25 miles from Forest.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45 miles (72.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.67 one way or $13.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Meridian and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Forest.
Stop Ideas Near Newton
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 Newton.
Union Station
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Union Station
Hattiesburg, MS
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Forest. Straight-line distance: 44.97 mi (72.37 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 Forest
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,483 |
| Coordinates | 32.3645900, -89.4742300 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forest (-89.47423, 32.36459)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $3.79 | $6.67 | $13.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.50 | $14.99 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.14 | $16.28 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
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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