How far is Meridian, MS from Gautier, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Gautier, MS is about 155.2 miles (249.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.8 miles (220.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 12m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Gautier.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Gautier.
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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 · 11 sec · Front Street
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Turn right onto 22nd Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · 22nd Avenue
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Continue on Roebuck Drive
3.6 mi · 6 min · Roebuck Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
2021 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 46 sec
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3.7 mi · 4 min
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2.2 mi · 2 min
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22.5 mi · 26 min
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Turn right onto Old Saracennia Road
2672 ft · 49 sec · Old Saracennia Road
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Turn left
6.5 mi · 10 min
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Turn straight onto Denny Avenue
3.6 mi · 5 min · Denny Avenue
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Turn right onto Oak Street
892 ft · 43 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right
76 m · 11 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Gautier.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Roebuck Drive
Continue straight
49.6 mi · 00h 56m
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 Gautier.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Gautier?
The road trip is about 155.2 miles (249.8 km) and usually takes 03h 06m 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?
State Line is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.7 miles from Meridian and 77.4 miles from Gautier.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.8 miles (220.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.75 one way or $41.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Sunny near Gautier.
Stop Ideas Near State Line
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 Gautier. Straight-line distance: 136.81 mi (220.18 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 Gautier
City in Jackson County, Mississippi, USA
| Population | 18,379 |
| Coordinates | 30.3857500, -88.6116900 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gautier (-88.61169, 30.38575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 250 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $20.75 | $41.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.34 | $46.68 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.35 | $50.69 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.67 | $59.35 |
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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