How far is Meridian, MS from Lynchburg, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Lynchburg, MS is about 117.9 miles (189.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.7 miles (173.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Scott County, Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Lynchburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Lynchburg.
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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 right to continue on I 20 West: Jackson
85.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Merge slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Bolton
1125 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right
75 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Bolton Brownsville Road
71 m · 12 sec · Bolton Brownsville Road
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Turn left onto I-20
3227 ft · 1 min · I-20
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Continue on North Frontage Road
2.7 mi · 7 min · North Frontage Road
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Turn right onto South Farr Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · South Farr Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Queens Hill Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Queens Hill Road
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Turn left
1174 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Farr Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · Farr Road
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Continue on Farr Road
1.8 mi · 7 min · Farr Road
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Continue on Farr Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Farr Road
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Turn right onto Martin Road
40 m · 6 sec · Martin Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Martin Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Lynchburg.
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 20 West
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West: Jackson
85.3 mi · 01h 32m
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 Patchy Fog then Sunny near Lynchburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Lynchburg?
The road trip is about 117.9 miles (189.7 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Morton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.8 miles from Meridian and 59 miles from Lynchburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.7 miles (173.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.28 one way or $30.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Lynchburg.
Stop Ideas Near Morton
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 Morton.
Union Station
Hazlehurst station
Laurel station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Lynchburg. Straight-line distance: 107.78 mi (173.45 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 Lynchburg
Lynchburg is a place in Mississippi, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.4401400, -90.5489900 |
| Altitude | 79 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lynchburg (-90.54899, 32.44014)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.67 | $15.28 | $30.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $18.95 | $37.90 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $23.92 | $47.83 |
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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