How far is Meridian, MS from Fulton, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Fulton, MS is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133 miles (214.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 33m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 16m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Fulton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Fulton.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 14 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street
660 ft · 17 sec · 8th Street
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Turn right onto 23rd Avenue
1190 ft · 27 sec · 23rd Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Front Street
120 m · 9 sec · Front Street
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Continue on 2nd Street
2706 ft · 46 sec · 2nd Street
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Continue on 4th Street
541 ft · 9 sec · 4th Street
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Continue on Front Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Dale Drive
3017 ft · 53 sec · Dale Drive
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Continue on Old Highway 45 North
4.4 mi · 7 min · Old Highway 45 North
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Continue straight
61.3 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US Highway 45 Alternate
53 mi · 1 hr 4 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
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Continue on Martin Luther King Drive
18.1 mi · 21 min · Martin Luther King Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward Eason Boulevard
1539 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto South Eason Boulevard
4.9 mi · 8 min · South Eason Boulevard
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Continue on Auburn Road
746 ft · 20 sec · Auburn Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1844 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
14.3 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Fulton, Amory
1613 ft · 42 sec
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Turn slight left onto South Adams Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · South Adams Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
2498 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Cummings Street
37 m · 3 sec · North Cummings Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Cummings Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Fulton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Old Highway 45 North
Continue straight
61.3 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Sunny leaving Meridian and Sunny near Fulton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Fulton?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km) and usually takes 03h 16m 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?
Artesia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.2 miles from Meridian and 80.9 miles from Fulton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133 miles (214.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.1 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 10:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.66 one way or $43.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Sunny near Fulton.
Stop Ideas Near Artesia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Fulton. Straight-line distance: 133.04 mi (214.1 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 Fulton
City in and county seat of Itawamba County, Mississippi
| Population | 3,846 |
| Coordinates | 34.2739900, -88.4092100 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fulton (-88.40921, 34.27399)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $21.66 | $43.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.36 | $48.72 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.46 | $52.91 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.97 | $61.95 |
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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