How far is Meridian, MS from Marion, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Marion, MS is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.9 miles (7.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 09m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Marion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Marion.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 14 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street
660 ft · 17 sec · 8th Street
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Turn right onto 23rd Avenue
1190 ft · 27 sec · 23rd Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Front Street
120 m · 9 sec · Front Street
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Continue on 2nd Street
2706 ft · 46 sec · 2nd Street
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Continue on 4th Street
541 ft · 9 sec · 4th Street
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Continue on Front Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Dale Drive
3017 ft · 53 sec · Dale Drive
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Continue on Old Highway 45 North
3 mi · 5 min · Old Highway 45 North
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Turn right onto Alamutcha Street
1323 ft · 1 min · Alamutcha Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Marion Drive
15 m · 4 sec · Marion Drive
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Turn right onto Alamutcha Street
29 m · 4 sec · Alamutcha Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Alamutcha Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Marion.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Old Highway 45 North
Continue on Old Highway 45 North
3.04 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Meridian and Mostly Clear near Marion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Marion?
The road trip is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Nellieburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.8 miles from Meridian and 2.8 miles from Marion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.9 miles (7.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.76 one way or $1.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Mostly Clear near Marion.
Stop Ideas Near Nellieburg
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 Nellieburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Marion. Straight-line distance: 4.9 mi (7.89 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 Marion
Suburb town of Meridian, located in Lauderdale County, Mississippi
| Population | 1,482 |
| Coordinates | 32.4173600, -88.6478200 |
| Altitude | 112 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marion (-88.64782, 32.41736)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.76 | $1.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.93 | $1.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.08 | $2.17 |
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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