How far is Meridian, MS from Pass Christian, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Pass Christian, MS is about 170.9 miles (275 km), with a travel time of about 03h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 44m 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 22m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Pass Christian.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Pass Christian.
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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 left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
88.7 mi · 1 hr 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 98 East: Lucedale, Mobile
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49: Wiggins, Gulfport, Mississippi Gulf Coast
1558 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Multi Purpose Center, Hattiesburg
833 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right
57.6 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: New Orleans
2398 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
5.4 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Long Beach, Pass Christian
1239 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
43 m · 4 sec
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Turn left onto County Farm Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · County Farm Road
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Continue on Beatline Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · Beatline Road
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Continue on West Railroad Street
991 ft · 25 sec · West Railroad Street
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Turn right onto White Harbor Road
2730 ft · 56 sec · White Harbor Road
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Turn right onto West Beach Boulevard
4 mi · 7 min · West Beach Boulevard
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Turn right onto Market Street
735 ft · 26 sec · Market Street
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
19 m · 2 sec · West 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Pass Christian.
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 59 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
88.7 mi · 01h 36m
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 Clear near Pass Christian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Pass Christian?
The road trip is about 170.9 miles (275 km) and usually takes 03h 22m 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?
West Hattiesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.6 miles from Meridian and 85.3 miles from Pass Christian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.7 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 10:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.84 one way or $45.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Clear near Pass Christian.
Stop Ideas Near West Hattiesburg
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 West Hattiesburg.
Hattiesburg station
Hattiesburg, MS
Laurel station
Picayune
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Pass Christian. Straight-line distance: 145.13 mi (233.57 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 Pass Christian
City in the U.
| Population | 6,500 |
| Coordinates | 30.3157500, -89.2475400 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pass Christian (-89.24754, 30.31575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 275 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $22.84 | $45.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.68 | $51.36 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.89 | $55.78 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.65 | $65.30 |
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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