How far is Meridian, MS from Port Gibson, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Port Gibson, MS is about 161.4 miles (259.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 00m 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 03h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Port Gibson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Port Gibson.
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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 right to continue on I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
39.1 mi · 44 min
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Merge slight right
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Natchez
26.9 mi · 31 min
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Turn right onto Fair Street
667 ft · 29 sec · Fair Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fair Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Port Gibson.
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Meridian and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Port Gibson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Port Gibson?
The road trip is about 161.4 miles (259.8 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Brandon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.6 miles from Meridian and 80.8 miles from Port Gibson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.1 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.59 one way or $43.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Meridian and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Port Gibson.
Stop Ideas Near Brandon
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 Brandon.
Union Station
Hazlehurst station
Yazoo City
Vicksburg, MS
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Port Gibson. Straight-line distance: 136.25 mi (219.28 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 Port Gibson
City in Mississippi, USA
| Population | 1,287 |
| Coordinates | 31.9609900, -90.9839900 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
End: Port Gibson (-90.98399, 31.96099)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $21.59 | $43.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.28 | $48.55 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.36 | $52.73 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.87 | $61.73 |
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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