How far is Meridian, MS from Lexington, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Lexington, MS is about 106.5 miles (171.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94 miles (151.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 19m 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 02h 39m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Lexington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Lexington.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 17 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · 8th Street
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Continue straight
36.6 mi · 55 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beacon Street
695 ft · 16 sec · Beacon Street
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Turn right onto Pecan Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Pecan Avenue
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
35.5 mi · 53 min
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mississippi State Highway 12
14.5 mi · 22 min · Mississippi State Highway 12
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Continue on East Mulberry Street
2187 ft · 39 sec · East Mulberry Street
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn left
12.3 mi · 18 min
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Turn right
55 m · 3 sec
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Continue straight
51 m · 3 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 Lexington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
8th Street
Continue straight
36.6 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Sunny leaving Meridian and Sunny near Lexington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Lexington?
The road trip is about 106.5 miles (171.4 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?
Noxapater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from Meridian and 53.3 miles from Lexington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94 miles (151.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 1:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.24 one way or $28.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Sunny near Lexington.
Stop Ideas Near Noxapater
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 Noxapater.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Lexington. Straight-line distance: 93.96 mi (151.21 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 Lexington
City in and county seat of Holmes County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,412 |
| Coordinates | 33.1131800, -90.0531400 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lexington (-90.05314, 33.11318)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.01 | $32.03 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.39 | $34.78 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.36 | $40.72 |
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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