How far is Meridian, MS from Raleigh, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Raleigh, MS is about 70 miles (112.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m 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 26m.
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.
Town in Newton and Scott counties, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Raleigh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Raleigh.
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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
42.8 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 35: Raleigh, Forest
1385 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
93 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Highway 35 South
20.7 mi · 31 min · Highway 35 South
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Continue on Mimosa Drive
1.5 mi · 2 min · Mimosa Drive
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Turn left onto Sylvarena Avenue
52 m · 5 sec · Sylvarena Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sylvarena Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Raleigh.
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
42.8 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Sunny leaving Meridian and Cloudy near Raleigh.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Raleigh?
The road trip is about 70 miles (112.6 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35 miles from Meridian and 35 miles from Raleigh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.35 one way or $18.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Cloudy near Raleigh.
Stop Ideas Near Lake
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 Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Raleigh. Straight-line distance: 53.04 mi (85.36 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 Raleigh
Town in Mississippi
| Population | 1,390 |
| Coordinates | 32.0334900, -89.5222900 |
| Altitude | 166 |
| Country | United States |
End: Raleigh (-89.52229, 32.03349)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.52 | $21.04 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.42 | $22.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.38 | $26.75 |
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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