How far is Meridian, MS from Magnolia, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Magnolia, MS is about 174.4 miles (280.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 22m 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 11m.
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.
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Magnolia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Magnolia.
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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 left to continue on I 55 South: McComb, New Orleans
81.1 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right
1718 ft · 42 sec
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Turn straight
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto West Railroad Avenue North
24 m · 4 sec · West Railroad Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Railroad Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Magnolia.
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 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 Magnolia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Magnolia?
The road trip is about 174.4 miles (280.6 km) and usually takes 03h 11m 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?
Pearl is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.2 miles from Meridian and 87.2 miles from Magnolia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.29 one way or $46.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Sunny near Magnolia.
Stop Ideas Near Pearl
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 Pearl.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Magnolia. Straight-line distance: 133.22 mi (214.4 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 Magnolia
City in Mississippi
| Population | 2,174 |
| Coordinates | 31.1432300, -90.4587100 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: Magnolia (-90.45871, 31.14323)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 281 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $23.29 | $46.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.19 | $52.39 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.44 | $56.89 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $33.30 | $66.60 |
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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