How far is Meridian, MS from Ruleville, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Ruleville, MS is about 166.6 miles (268.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.5 miles (229.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 15m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 07m.
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
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 Ruleville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Ruleville.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 17 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · 8th Street
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Continue straight
36.6 mi · 55 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beacon Street
695 ft · 16 sec · Beacon Street
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Turn right onto Pecan Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Pecan Avenue
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
33.7 mi · 50 min
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
676 ft · 14 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Jackson Street
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Continue straight
35.1 mi · 52 min
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Turn straight
1.5 km · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
20.3 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
15.5 mi · 23 min
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Turn slight left
56 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight
13.7 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto North Ruby Avenue
2256 ft · 1 min · North Ruby Avenue
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Turn left onto West Floyce Street
38 m · 6 sec · West Floyce Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Floyce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Ruleville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
8th Street
Continue straight
36.6 mi · 00h 55m
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 Sunny near Ruleville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Ruleville?
The road trip is about 166.6 miles (268.1 km) and usually takes 04h 07m 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?
Kosciusko is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.3 miles from Meridian and 83.3 miles from Ruleville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.5 miles (229.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.27 one way or $44.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Sunny near Ruleville.
Stop Ideas Near Kosciusko
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 Kosciusko.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Ruleville. Straight-line distance: 142.49 mi (229.31 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 Ruleville
City in Sunflower County, Mississippi
| Population | 2,511 |
| Coordinates | 33.7259500, -90.5514800 |
| Altitude | 41 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ruleville (-90.55148, 33.72595)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 268 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $22.27 | $44.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.04 | $50.09 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.20 | $54.39 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $31.84 | $63.68 |
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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