How far is Meridian, MS from Oxford, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Oxford, MS is about 188.3 miles (303.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 55m 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 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Smith County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Oxford.
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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
53.8 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
1459 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 84: South Brookhaven, Natchez
125 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
22.7 mi · 26 min
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Turn left
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Yap 3 Road
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Continue on Gloster Road
3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gloster Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Gloster Road
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Continue on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi · 15 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oxford-Meadville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Oxford.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Meridian and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Oxford?
The road trip is about 188.3 miles (303.1 km) and usually takes 02h 57m 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?
Taylorsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.5 miles from Meridian and 94.9 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.9 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 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.18 one way or $50.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Meridian and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Taylorsville
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 Taylorsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 149.46 mi (240.53 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 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 28,635 |
| Coordinates | 31.2679500, -90.8981600 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford-Meadville Road (-90.898562, 31.26795)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $25.18 | $50.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.32 | $56.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.76 | $61.51 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.01 | $72.02 |
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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