How far is Meridian, MS from Jackson, MS?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Meridian and Jackson is 86.59 miles (139.35 km).
Flight distance from Meridian, MS to Jackson, MS is 86.59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Meridian to Jackson with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Meridian, Mississippi to Jackson, Mississippi is: 92.26 miles (148.48 km) by car.
Driving from Meridian to Jackson will take approximately 01 hours 24 minutes.
#1 Meridian
City in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 36011 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°21'52"N 88°42'13"W |
| Latitude | 32.3643100 |
| Longitude | -88.7036600 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
The capital and most populous city of Mississippi. It is located on the Pearl River in western Mississippi. Jackson is known for its many civil rights landmarks, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Mississippi State Capitol and the Museum of Mississippi History.
| Population | 157821 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°17'56"N 90°11'5"W |
| Latitude | 32.2987600 |
| Longitude | -90.1848100 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Jackson: East Pearl Street (-90.184815,32.298733)
Estimated Travel Time Between Meridian and Jackson
The distance between Meridian and Jackson is 148 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 38 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Meridian and Jackson. The current time is 07:53:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 04 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.32 liters (3.26 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Meridian and Jackson.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Meridian to Jackson is $9.79 (diesel $13.05).
Mississippi gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.01 | $3.4 | $3.76 | $4.01 |
| Total | $9.79 | $11.08 | $12.25 | $13.05 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Mississippi ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.008 (Diesel $4.009) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Meridian and Jackson (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Auburn, MS to Meridian 148.57 miles (239 km)
Driving distance from Pearl, MS to Meridian 87.9 miles (141 km)
