How far is Meridian, MS from Kiln, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Kiln, MS is about 156.8 miles (252.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 141.8 miles (228.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 08m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 03h 04m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Suburb city of Hattiesburg, located in Forrest County, Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Kiln.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Kiln.
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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 left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
121.1 mi · 2 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 53: Poplarville, Necaise
985 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto South Main Street
15.7 mi · 23 min · South Main Street
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Continue straight
15.2 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto Kiln Delisle Road
28 m · 2 sec · Kiln Delisle Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kiln Delisle Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Kiln.
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 59 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
121 mi · 02h 11m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Meridian and Mostly Sunny near Kiln.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Kiln?
The road trip is about 156.8 miles (252.3 km) and usually takes 03h 04m 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?
Petal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.5 miles from Meridian and 78.2 miles from Kiln.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 141.8 miles (228.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 10:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.94 one way or $41.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Meridian and Mostly Sunny near Kiln.
Stop Ideas Near Petal
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 Petal.
Hattiesburg station
Hattiesburg, MS
Laurel station
Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Kiln. Straight-line distance: 141.82 mi (228.23 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 Kiln
Census-designated place in Hancock County, Mississippi
| Population | 2,238 |
| Coordinates | 30.4090800, -89.4350500 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kiln (-89.43505, 30.40908)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $20.94 | $41.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.55 | $47.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.58 | $51.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.94 | $59.89 |
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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