How far is Meridian, MS from Mendenhall, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Mendenhall, MS is about 89.2 miles (143.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 43m 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 01h 51m.
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.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Mendenhall.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Mendenhall.
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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
54 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 13: Puckett, Morton
1549 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left
39 m · 6 sec
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Turn left
28.7 mi · 43 min
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Take the ramp sharp left
824 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
1989 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto North East Street
1 mi · 2 min · North East Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Mitchell Street
64 m · 8 sec · Mitchell Street
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Turn right onto East Maud Avenue
159 m · 23 sec · East Maud Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Maud Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Mendenhall.
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
54 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Meridian and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mendenhall.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Mendenhall?
The road trip is about 89.2 miles (143.6 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Forest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Meridian and 44.6 miles from Mendenhall.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 2:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.93 one way or $23.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Meridian and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mendenhall.
Stop Ideas Near Forest
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 Forest.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Mendenhall. Straight-line distance: 73.68 mi (118.57 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 Mendenhall
City in Mississippi
| Population | 2,393 |
| Coordinates | 31.9618200, -89.8700800 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mendenhall (-89.87008, 31.96182)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.93 | $23.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.42 | $26.83 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.57 | $29.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.06 | $34.11 |
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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